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Common Ostrich - Male dust bathing. Occurs throughout sub-Saharan Africa except for rainforests and central African belt of Brachystegia woodland (miombo). Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa
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Common Ostrich - Male dust bathing. Occurs throughout sub-Saharan Africa except for rainforests and central African belt of Brachystegia woodland (miombo). Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4728
Common Ostrich - Male dust bathing
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa.
Struthio camelus
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Ostrich - The Ultimate Spa Day!
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. In this hilarious snapshot captured by Alan Weaving, we witness the epitome of relaxation as ASW-4728, a male Common Ostrich, indulges in some serious dust bathing. This peculiar behavior is not only common among ostriches but also serves as their personal spa treatment! While most birds prefer water for grooming purposes, our feathered friend here has a different approach. With his fluffy feathers fluffed up and eyes closed in blissful contentment, he seems to have found the secret to ultimate rejuvenation - rolling around in fine dust! Who needs fancy lotions and potions when you can simply dive headfirst into nature's very own exfoliating powder? ASW-4728's choice of location couldn't be more fitting either. The Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa provides the perfect backdrop for this unique beauty ritual. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and untouched wilderness, it's no wonder that even ostriches take their self-care routines seriously. So next time life gets too stressful or your skin needs a pick-me-up, take inspiration from our dusty protagonist here. Find your own patch of earthy paradise and let yourself go wild with some good old-fashioned dirt therapy! After all, if it works for an ostrich, why not give it a try?
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