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Author: cwaikeung Time: 28/10/2019 18:55 Subject: Yellow Skin

Is there any reason why there is yellow skin on the "face"? On both sides.

2019-10-28 MPNR boardwalk mudflat

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Author: ajohn Time: 28/10/2019 20:55

These yellow marks are normal on an adult Black-faced Spoonbill. They are slightly more prominent in the breeding season and less obvious in winter. Younger birds normally don't have these, and the face is completely black.

Author: cwaikeung Time: 29/10/2019 07:45

Thank you for the information. The comments help me to understand the BFS and will be helpful in observing the beautiful creature.

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