A Japanese Black Kite flies near the airfield at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. Birds and other wildlife near runways and flight paths can present hazards to aircraft, making continuous monitoring and timely dispersal critical to reducing the potential for wildlife strikes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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NIKON Z 7
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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S
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18
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1/100
ISO
320
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