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Bird-watchers have been flocking to catch sight of a pair of rare Eurasian Spoonbills. The tall white waterbirds, which are listed as a conservation concern in the UK, were spotted wading in Faversham Creek. With a wingspan of up to 135cm, they have pure white feathers, broad black bills and long black legs. During their breeding season, they also display a bright yellow tip to their spoon-shaped bill. In the same family as herons, storks and ibises, the RSPB estimates there are only currently around 80 wintering Eurasian Spoonbills in the UK. Jackie Boswell, who happened upon the magnificent …

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