Kotu - Greater-painted snipe (m) (The Gambia)

The greater-painted snipe (Rostratula benghalensis) is a shy wading bird that mainly inhabits marshes and mangroves in Africa. The female is larger and has striking, vibrant colors, while she leaves the nesting duties to the male, who is browner and more inconspicuous in appearance.

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