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Wood Sandpiper (Tringa glareola) adult, non-breeding plumage, standing in shallow water beside plastic bottle
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Wood Sandpiper (Tringa glareola) adult, non-breeding plumage, standing in shallow water beside plastic bottle
Wood Sandpiper (Tringa glareola) adult, non-breeding plumage, standing in shallow water beside plastic bottle, Hong Kong, China, October
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9652313
© FLPA/John Holmes
Bottle Bottles China Chinese East Asia Environmental Garbage Hong Kong Litter Marshes Marshland Marshlands Non Breeding Oriental Plastic Plastics Pollute Polluted Pollutes Polluting Pollution Rubbish Sandpiper Sandpipers Shallow Shallows Trash Wader Waders Waste
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Talk about a misplaced fashion accessory! This Wood Sandpiper is making a bold statement with its non-breeding plumage and an unexpected companion - a plastic bottle. Clearly, this bird has taken up the role of an eco-warrior in Hong Kong's shallow waters. In this snapshot captured by FLPA/John Holmes, we witness the clash between nature and human waste. While the Wood Sandpiper exudes elegance and grace, it also serves as a reminder of the environmental challenges we face today. Hong Kong's bustling metropolis may be known for its vibrant culture and towering skyscrapers, but even in this concrete jungle, nature finds its way to remind us of our responsibilities. The juxtaposition of this beautiful avian creature against a discarded plastic bottle speaks volumes about pollution and its impact on our delicate ecosystems. As we marvel at the intricate details of the sandpiper's plumage, let us not forget that every action counts when it comes to preserving our planet. It's time for all of us to take flight towards sustainable practices and bid farewell to single-use plastics. So next time you reach for that plastic water bottle, think twice – because even birds are watching!
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