Northern shovelers enjoy the weather in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. Northern shovelers are known for their large spatulate bill. They have a very broad geographical range and are often seen in pairs or small groups of three to five birds.

For more photos taken by Lin Ge, check the links below:

The beauty of common pheasants

Wonderful moment of a little tern capturing fish

Beautiful photos of flamingos

Feast your eyes on brightly colored orange-bellied leafbirds

Beautiful photos of fork-tailed sunbirds

Red-headed trogon: A brightly colored bird

Beautiful moments of bearded reedlings playing in the snow

Hen harrier swoops in to capture its prey

(All photos are taken by Lin Ge)

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