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Arctic Skua Stercorarius parasiticus dark morph Mousa Shetland spring
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Arctic Skua Stercorarius parasiticus dark morph Mousa Shetland spring
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Mousa Shetland Arctic Skua Morph Stercorarius Parasiticus
Caught in a Feathered Heist - The Arctic Skua's Stealthy Spring Shenanigans!
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. In this print by David Tipling, we witness the mischievous dark morph of an Arctic Skua named Mousa, as it showcases its cunning skills off the coast of Shetland during springtime. With its sleek and mysterious appearance, this avian bandit is ready to pull off some daring feats! With feathers as dark as night, Mousa blends seamlessly into the shadows, making it nearly invisible to its unsuspecting victims. Known for their parasitic behavior (hence the scientific name Stercorarius parasiticus), these clever skuas have perfected the art of thievery. They swoop down from above with lightning speed and snatch food right out of other birds' beaks! Talk about audacious dining habits! As our feathered friend glides effortlessly through the crisp Arctic air, one can't help but marvel at its adaptability and resourcefulness. Its unique dark morph plumage adds an extra touch of intrigue to this already fascinating creature. So next time you find yourself strolling along a beach or exploring coastal wonders, keep your eyes peeled for these aerial tricksters! And if you happen to capture a glimpse like David Tipling did here – consider yourself lucky! This extraordinary snapshot serves as a reminder that nature always has surprises up her sleeve. . . or should we say wings?
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