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Kagu (Rhynochetos jubatus) with earthworm. In the Riviere Bleue reserve in the wet season earthworms are the main constituent of the Kagu diet (about 70 percent), New Caledonia, endemic to rainforests of New Caledonia - JPF47248
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Kagu (Rhynochetos jubatus) with earthworm. In the Riviere Bleue reserve in the wet season earthworms are the main constituent of the Kagu diet (about 70 percent), New Caledonia, endemic to rainforests of New Caledonia - JPF47248
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Kagu (Rhynochetos jubatus) with earthworm.
New Caledonia, endemic to rainforests of New Caledonia
Rhynochetos jubatus
In the Riviere Bleue reserve in the wet season earthworms are the main constituent of the Kagu diet (about 70 percent)
Jean-Paul Ferrero
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Kagu's Earthworm Delight - A Rainforest Feast!
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. In this photo print, we catch a glimpse of the rare and endangered Kagu bird, Rhynochetos jubatus, indulging in its favorite delicacy - earthworms! Captured by the talented Jean-Paul Ferrero in New Caledonia's Riviere Bleue reserve during the wet season, this image showcases the Kagu's unique feeding habits. Did you know that earthworms make up a whopping 70 percent of the Kagu's diet? Talk about being a true worm connoisseur! With its crested head held high and beak poised for action, our feathered friend demonstrates exceptional hunting skills as it forages through the rainforest floor. Endemic to New Caledonia's lush rainforests, this magnificent creature is truly one-of-a-kind. Its vibrant plumage blends seamlessly with nature's palette as it navigates through dense foliage. The Kagu is not just any ordinary bird; it symbolizes resilience and adaptability in an ever-changing environment. Jean-Paul Ferrero has masterfully captured this intimate moment between predator and prey. The close-up shot reveals intricate details of the Kagu's face - those piercing eyes filled with determination and anticipation! So let us celebrate this extraordinary avian species from Melanesia with awe-inspiring photographs like these. Join us on a visual journey into their world where every meal becomes an adventure!
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