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Last published: 23/10/2007 16:37:56
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Bluebells in woodland at RSPB Minsmere - David Tipling (rspb-images.com, Ref: D_2005_8508_000)
Blackbird standing in short grass - Sue Tranter (rspb-images.com, Ref: D_2006_20446_0026 )
Bank Vole - Andy Holt
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)