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    A large bird of prey is captured in silhouette against an overcast, uniformly gray sky. The bird is photographed from below with wings fully spread in a soaring position. The dark coloration and wing shape suggest it may be a vulture or large raptor.

    BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.15.2026

    Photo by Andrew Avitt 

    U.S. Forest Service   

    A bird soars over the Los Padres National Forest during the Timber Fire near Big Sur, California, Aug. 15, 2026. (Forest Service photo by Andrew Avitt)

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    Date Taken: 08.15.2026
    Date Posted: 08.17.2026 18:37
    Photo ID: 9871688
    VIRIN: 260815-P-NM884-1956
    Resolution: 3023x4534
    Size: 4.97 MB
    Location: BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 4
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