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Large stately birds these photos were taken at the Akan International Crane Center, Hokkaido, Japan.
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Large numbers aggregate in the open water areas of Kussharo Lake, and they are common sights in other locations of Hokkaido, Japan
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The Japanese Macaque Monkeys (Macaca fuscata), also referred to as Snow Monkeys from Jigokudani Yaen-koen, Japan as well know because of their use of local hot springs. A wonderful experience to photograph or just observe.
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Several different birds of prey photographed on Hokkaido, Japan. The Steller's Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus), White-tailed Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla), and Black Kite (Milvus migrans lineatus).
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Once near extinction, Ezo deer (Cervus nippon yesoensis) are now common sights on Hokkaido, Japan.
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