Black-faced Spoonbill (Platalea minor) flock, in flight, landing at night roost site, Mai Po Marshes Reserve

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Black-faced Spoonbill (Platalea minor) flock, in flight, landing at night roost site, Mai Po Marshes Reserve

Black-faced Spoonbill (Platalea minor) flock, in flight, landing at night roost site, Mai Po Marshes Reserve, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, December

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© FLPA/John Holmes

Area Areas Black Faced China Chinese Deep Bay East Asia Endangered Estuaries Estuary Flock Flocks Hong Kong Lesser Mai Po Marshes Marshland Marshlands New Territories Night Oriental Rare Roost Roosting Roosts Site Sites South China Sea Spoonbill Spoonbills Threskiornithidae Reserves

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Night-time rendezvous: Witness the spectacular landing of a Black-faced Spoonbill flock at their secret roost site in Mai Po Marshes Reserve, Hong Kong! These elegant lesser spoonbills take flight under the moonlit sky, creating a mesmerizing sight as they gracefully descend onto the marshland. With their striking black faces and snowy white feathers, these rare and endangered birds are truly a marvel of nature. As darkness falls over this coastal paradise, these majestic creatures find solace in the tranquil wetlands. The estuaries and marshes provide them with a safe haven to rest and rejuvenate after a long day of foraging along the South China Sea. Their synchronized flight patterns create an awe-inspiring display that showcases both their unity as a group and their individual grace. The Mai Po Marshes Reserve is not just any ordinary wetland; it is an oasis teeming with wildlife from all corners of Asia. This protected area serves as a vital stopover for migratory birds on their long journeys across continents. It's no wonder why this picturesque location has become one of East Asia's most treasured natural gems. So come immerse yourself in this enchanting scene captured by FLPA Images' talented photographer John Holmes. Let your imagination take flight alongside these magnificent avian wonders, reminding us all to cherish and protect our precious wildlife.

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