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17. "...marked with painted wings ..." so no, those are not its natural colors.

Mon Jun 1, 2026, 06:39 PM

23 hrs ago

Its natural coloration is a beautifully subtle white and peach.

from https://nz.pinterest.com/pin/615585842858281941/ -- lots of other species, mostly gorgeous -- take a peek!

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until an american tourist shoots one down... samnsara Yesterday #4

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Great news! Bayard Yesterday #11

Very cool. Marie Marie Yesterday #14

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TY. Always happy to hear restoration news whether animals, or plants! electric_blue68 Yesterday #16

"...marked with painted wings ..." so no, those are not its natural colors. eppur_se_muova 23 hrs ago #17