The image shows a flock of Socotra cormorants gathered on a sandy shore with green vegetation growing along it. The birds appear to be standing and looking around, seemingly aware of the presence of humans nearby. They are all white with black feathers on their backs, long necks, and small heads. Some of them have their beaks raised.
The background shows an expanse of water that appears to be a sea or ocean. There is no other activity in view besides the birds. The image was taken on Al Aaliya Island (Jazirat al Aliyah) in Qatar during March 27, 2013. – AI vision
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