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Brown Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus lonnbergi) scavenge for food near a penguin colony
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Brown Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus lonnbergi) scavenge for food near a penguin colony
Brown Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus lonnbergi) scavenge for food near a penguin colony, Falkland Islands
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© Glenn Bartley / BIA / NIS
Falkland Islands November Seabird Skuas Brown Skua Clutch Eggs Stercorariidae
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. In this hilarious snapshot captured by Glenn Bartley, we witness a comical scene straight out of a nature-themed comedy. A mischievous gang of Brown Skuas, also known as Stercorarius antarcticus lonnbergi, have descended upon a penguin colony in the Falkland Islands for an epic food scavenger hunt! These seabirds are no ordinary diners; they possess an uncanny ability to spot and snatch up delectable treats from afar. With their keen eyesight locked on their target – a clutch of precious eggs nestled within the penguin colony – these cunning skuas waste no time swooping down like feathered bandits. As if choreographed by Mother Nature herself, chaos ensues! The clumsy yet determined skuas engage in a spirited game of egg roulette, trying to outsmart each other while dodging disgruntled penguins who fiercely defend their offspring's future omelettes. With feathers ruffled and beaks clashing mid-air, it's survival of the sneakiest as these avian opportunists vie for their share of this eggy feast. Who will emerge victorious? Will any eggs survive this aerial assault? Glenn Bartley's remarkable photograph freezes this unforgettable moment in time - showcasing both the beauty and absurdity found in nature's grand theater. So grab some popcorn (but hold onto your own snacks tightly!) and enjoy watching these
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