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Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) adult, feeding from Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) skull in water
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Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) adult, feeding from Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) skull in water
Striated Heron (Butorides striatus) adult, feeding from Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) skull in water, Kruger N.P. Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, South Africa, December
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Talk about a unique dining experience! This Striated Heron knows how to make the most out of an unconventional meal. Pictured here in Kruger National Park, South Africa, this adult heron is caught red-beaked as it fearlessly feasts on a Hippopotamus skull submerged in water. Who needs fish when you can have a crunchy bone-filled treat? This resourceful bird has found the perfect spot for its exotic lunch date, proving that even in the wild, fine dining is all about location. With its sleek feathers and sharp beak, this heron effortlessly navigates through the murky waters to savor every morsel from the hippo's remains. It seems like our feathered friend has quite an adventurous palate! While other birds may stick to traditional meals like fish or insects, this Striated Heron prefers something with a bit more character. Perhaps it enjoys the challenge of extracting every last piece of meat from between those massive teeth! This remarkable snapshot captures nature's circle of life in action - showcasing both beauty and survival instincts. So next time you're out foraging for food, take inspiration from our avian connoisseur here and dare to try something new. . . just maybe skip on using skulls as your dinner table centerpiece!
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