Pin-tailed Sandgrouse (Pterocles alchata) adult male, drinking and wetting breast feathers at pool, Aragon, Spain, july

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Pin-tailed Sandgrouse (Pterocles alchata) adult male, drinking and wetting breast feathers at pool, Aragon, Spain, july

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Media ID 6553023

© FLPA/John Hawkins

Aragon Chest Drink Drinking Drinks Feathers Iberia Iberian Pool Pools Sand Grouse Sandgrouse Spain Spanish Steppe Steppes Breast Fresh Water Wets Wetting

EDITORS COMMENTS
Cheers to a Refreshing Dip! This Pin-tailed Sandgrouse knows how to beat the summer heat in style. With its elegant plumage and impeccable drinking etiquette, this adult male is making quite a splash at the pool in Aragon, Spain. As he delicately wets his breast feathers, you can almost hear him exclaim 'Ahh, that's better!' This charming bird showcases its wild side while exhibiting an interesting behavior rarely seen in nature. Known for their African and Asian origins, it seems this sandgrouse has adapted well to the European wet chest trend. Who knew such a small creature could have such big personality? With every sip of fresh water from the Eurasian pool, our feathered friend embraces both his Spanish heritage and his African roots. It's as if he's taking a vacation within a vacation - enjoying the best of both worlds. As we admire this image captured by FLPA/John Hawkins, let us be reminded of the beauty found in even the simplest moments of wildlife interaction. So next time you're feeling hot under your feathers or just need some me-time by the poolside, take inspiration from our fine-feathered friend here and dive right into life's refreshing opportunities!

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