Scavenge Collection

New Zealand, Southland, Kea Mountain Parrot. A single Kea, alpine parrot, looking for food at the entrance to the Homer Tunnel in the Fiordland National Park

A marabou stork stands on an elephant carcass at a watering hole inside Hwange National Park, in Zimbabwe, October 23, 2019. REUTERS/Philimon Bulawayo TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

A lion is seen approaching an elephant carcass at a watering hole inside Hwange National Park, in Zimbabwe, October 23, 2019. REUTERS/Philimon Bulawayo

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Spotted hyenas (Crocuta crocuta) and vultures (Gyps africanus) scavenging on a carcass in Kruger National Park, South Africa Date: 14/08/2008

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Kenya, No Water No Life Mara River Expedition, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Mara Conservancy, Mara Triangle wildlife, sacred ibis on wildebeest carcass Date: 08/12/2006

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Botswana, Moremi Game Reserve, African Wild Dog pups (Lycaon pictus) play with remains of Impala kill near Khwai River Date: 19/02/2005

An Oyster Supper, 1882 (oil on wood)
3743751 An Oyster Supper, 1882 (oil on wood) by Couldery, Horatio Henry (1832-after 1910); 45.7x61 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle)

Glaucous-wing Gull over Humpback Whales bubble-net feeding, Chatham Strait, Alaska, USA
Glaucous-winged Gull (Larus glaucescens) over bubble-net feeding Humpback Whales (Megaptera novaeangliae); Chatham Strait, Tongass National Forest, Alaska, United States of America

A cartoon of two seagulls fighting for food

Spotted hyenas (Crocuta crocuta) and vultures (Gyps africanus) scavenging on a carcass in Kruger National Park, South Africa

Common Buzzard scavenging a dead bird. Suffolk

Common Buzzard scavenging dead Pheasant. Suffolk

Common Raven (Corvus corax) adult, perched on lighting during snowfall, scavenging in fishing harbour, Grundarfjordur, Snaefellsnes, Vesturland, Iceland, March

Common Raven (Corvus corax) flock, scavenging in snow covered fishing harbour, Grundarfjordur, Snaefellsnes, Vesturland, Iceland, March

Red Kite (Milvus milvus) immature, feeding on Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) on grass in field, West Yorkshire, England, October

Red Kite (Milvus milvus) adult, in flight, swooping down for leftover food at roadside cafe, Chilterns, Buckinghamshire, England, June

Northern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) flock, feeding at fish processing plant outfall, Grundarfjordur, Snaefellsnes, Vesturland, Iceland, March

Seaweed Fly (Fucellia tergina) four adults, feeding on dead Mullet, Kimmeridge Bay, Dorset, England, September

Fishing boat with beam trawls, followed by seagull flock at sea, Norfolk, England, November

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Tasmanian Devil - spoor in sand; animals often scavenge the shoreline for carrion (Sarcophilus harrisii) Date:

Greenbottle (Lucilia caesar) two adults, feeding on eye of dead bird, Oxfordshire, England, August

Burying Beetle (Nicrophorus investigator) two adults, feeding on Common Shrew (Sorex araneus) corpse, Powys, Wales, July

Red-breasted Carrion Beetle (Oiceoptoma thoracicum) adult, feeding on fox-scavenged bones, Powys, Wales, April

Honeycomb Starfish (Pentaceraster alveolatus) adult, feeding, scavenged on Blue-spotted Ribbontail Ray (Taeniura lymma) corpse, on black sand at night, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands

Great Black Slug (Arion ater) three adults, feeding on Common Shrew (Sorex araneus) corpse, Powys, Wales, July

Red Kite (Milvus milvus) two immatures, landing and feeding on dead rabbit, in heavy snow on farmland, West Yorkshire, England, January

Red Kite (Milvus milvus) adult and immature, fighting over dead rabbit, in heavy snow on farmland, West Yorkshire, England, January

Rook (Corvus frugilegus) adult, feeding, scavenging from rubbish bin, Cumbria, England, January

Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) adult and immature, fighting over carrion in snow, Utajarvi, Oulu Province, Northern Ostrobothnia, Finland, February

Vervet monkey eating an orange C017 / 7635
Vervet monkey (Cercopithecus aethiops) eating an orange. This primate lives in savannah and scrubland in most of Africa south of the Sahara, by forest edges and running water

Palaeolithic food gathering, artwork C016 / 8286
Palaeolithic food gathering. Artwork of humans gathering, scavenging and looking for food in palaeolithic (Stone Age) Europe

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"Scavenge: The Art of Survival in New Zealand's Southland" In the rugged landscapes of New Zealand's Southland region, a fascinating creature known as the Kea Mountain Parrot reigns supreme. With its vibrant plumage and mischievous nature, this intelligent bird has perfected the art of scavenging. Just like a marabou stork standing on an elephant carcass at a watering hole inside Hwange National Park, these resourceful parrots utilize their keen senses to locate hidden treasures amidst the vast wilderness. Whether it be leftover morsels from other animals or discarded human food, nothing escapes their watchful eyes. Similar to how a lion approaches an elephant carcass with calculated precision, the Kea Mountain Parrot fearlessly dives into its scavenged bounty. They make use of every morsel they find, just as depicted in plate 16 of "The Disasters of War, " showcasing humanity's ability to adapt and survive even in dire circumstances. But it is not only on land that these remarkable birds display their scavenging prowess. Just like spotted hyenas and vultures feasting on a carcass, Kea Mountain Parrots take advantage of opportunities presented by nature itself. From Oyster Suppers captured delicately on canvas in 1882 to glaucous-wing gulls soaring over humpback whales bubble-net feeding off Alaska's Chatham Strait – they are true masters at seizing moments for sustenance. As we witness this unique behavior unfold before our eyes, we can't help but marvel at the resilience and ingenuity displayed by these feathered creatures. Their ability to scavenge serves as a reminder that survival often requires adaptation and resourcefulness. So next time you find yourself exploring New Zealand's Southland or any untamed corner of our planet, keep an eye out for these clever parrots who have mastered the art of survival through scavenging.