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An African water rail (Actophilornis africanus) takes off from a body of water among water lily leaves in the Dinokeng Game Reserve in South Africa. The photo shows this distinctive waterbird with its long legs and toes as it takes flight.

An African water rail (Actophilornis africanus) takes off from a body of water among water lily leaves in the Dinokeng Game Reserve in South Africa. The photo shows this distinctive waterbird with its long legs and toes as it takes flight.

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Credit: Mario Aurich

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Recording Date: Aug 6, 2026

Media Size: 3,692×2,461 Pixels

An African water rail (Actophilornis africanus) takes off from a body of water among water lily leaves in the Dinokeng Game Reserve in South Africa. The photo shows this distinctive waterbird with its long legs and toes as it takes flight.

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