Skua Collection (page 2)

Blackburn Skua diving with brakes extended The Skua never quite lived up to its early promise, being replaced by the equally dubious Fairey Barracuda

Falkland (Brown) Skua Catharacta antarctica stealing egg from Gentoo Penguins Sea Lion Island Falklands

Great Skuas Stercorarius skua pair displaying Hermaness Shetland June

Great Skua Stercorarius skua on nest among bog cotton on Hermaness NNR Unst Shetland June

Great Skua Stercorarius skua Shetland summer

Great Skuas Stercorarius skua Shetland UK

Great Skua (Stercorarius skua) silhouetted at dusk Hermaness NNR Unst Shetland June

Arctic Skua, sitting out gale force winds on beach at New Brighton, Wirral, September 22, 2004

Great Skua, Stercorarius skua, Hermaness NNR, Unst, Shetland, Scotland, summer

Great Skua attacked by Great Black-backed Gull (Larus marinus), Isles of Scilly, July
RES-403 Great Skua attacked by Great Black-backed Gull (Larus marinus), Isles of Scilly, July. Stercorarius skua George Reszeter Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Arctic Skua - adult bird - Svalbard, Norway Date:

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Arctic Skua - adult bird - Svalbard, Norway Date:

Blackburn Skua with arrester wire hook down landing aboard an aircraft carrier

Black-backed gull (Larus marinus)
Antique illustration of Black-backed gull (Larus marinus)

Gulls
Illustration engraving of a European herring gull (Larus argentatus) and Black-backed gull (Larus marinus)

Illustration of Arctic Fox, Skua, Hare, Wolf, Caribous and Bison on Arctic landscape in Spring

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Pack Ice of Amalia / Skua Glacier with mountains in the background. Date:

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Pack Ice of Amalia / Skua Glacier with mountains in the background. Date:

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Amalia / Skua Glacier. Date:

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Brown Skuas aggressive display on snow. Date:

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Brown Skua in flight. Date:

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Brown Skua showing territorial behaviour on rock. Date:

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Brown Skua hunting in a colony of Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua). Date:

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Brown Skua in flight. Date:

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Brown Skua chick on nest. Date:

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Brown Skua chicks on nest with adult in the background. Date:

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Brown Skua squawking with the wings open backwards. Date:

The Common Skua, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell
XJF486322 The Common Skua, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell, first published 1843 (woodcut) by Yarrell, William (1784-1856); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great)

South America, Falkland Islands, Bleaker Island. Falkland skuas stealing eggs from bird colony. Credit as: Cathy & Gordon Illg / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Falkland or Brown Skua or Subanarctic Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus, taxonomy in dispute). South America, Falkland Islands, January

Arctic Skua or Parasitic Jaeger or parasitic skua (Stercorarius parasiticus) Europe, northern europe, great britain, scotland, Shetland Islands, June

South Polar Skua -Stercorarius maccormicki-, showing white wing patches, aggressive behavior, a gesture of intimidation, Whalers Bay, Deception Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctic Peninsula

Skua -Stercorarius skua- in flight, Mykines, Faroe Islands, Denmark

Long-tailed jaeger -Stercorarius longicaudus-, flying, grey skies, tundra, Norway

AUDUBON: JAEGER. Long-tailed Jaeger, or Long-tailed Skua (Stercorarius longicaudus). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

AUDUBON: JAEGER. Parasitic Jaeger, or Arctic Skua (Stercorarius parasiticus). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

AUDUBON: JAEGER. Pomarine Jaeger, or Pomarine Skua (Stercorarius pomarinus). Engraving after John James Audubon for his Birds of America, 1827-38

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Great Skua courtship display. Shetland Islands, UK. Date:

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Great Skua courtship display. Shetland Islands, UK. Date:

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Great Skua courtship display. Shetland Islands, UK. Date:

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Great Skua. Shetland Islands, UK. Date:

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Great Skua in Thrift. Shetland Islands, UK. Date:

Blackburn Skua II - Fleet-fighter Dive Bomber. Date: circa 1940s

An adult brown skua (Stercorarius spp), with a stolen gentoo penguin egg at Cuverville Island, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Subantarctic Skua (Stercorarius lonnbergi) adult, in flight low over sea, Cape of Good Hope, Western Cape, South Africa, June

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Falkland Skua (Sea-hen) - young (Catharacta antarctica ) Date:

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Falkland Skua (Sea-hen) - young (Catharacta antarctica ) Date:

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Falkland Skua (Sea-hen) - young (Catharacta antarctica ) Date:

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"Skua: A Fascinating Tale of British Aircraft Camouflage, Wildlife, and War" In 1941, amidst the chaos of World War II, a remarkable aircraft known as the Skua emerged on the British aviation scene. Its sleek design was adorned with intricate camouflage patterns that allowed it to blend seamlessly into the skies above. This ingenious technique not only protected these warplanes but also showcased Britain's mastery in aerial warfare. But beyond its military significance, the Skua name carries another story - one deeply rooted in nature. The Great Skua of Shetland Islands stands tall as a symbol of resilience and strength. With its powerful wingspan and fierce demeanor, this majestic bird commands respect from all who encounter it. Venturing further north to the Arctic region, we find another member of the skua family - Stercorarius parasiticus or commonly known as Arctic Skua. In its pale phase adult form, it gracefully perches upon seaweed-covered rocks at Noss Island in Shetland Islands. Here it demonstrates how wildlife adapts to harsh environments and thrives against all odds. Meanwhile, thousands of miles away in Antarctica lies an equally impressive species - Catharacta antarctica or Antarctic Skua. Captured mid-flight over New Island in Falklands during World War II, this image captures both the beauty and power possessed by these magnificent creatures. Speaking of wartime exploits involving skuas brings us back to Blackburn Skuas - formidable aircraft used extensively during WW2 for various missions including capturing Italian Cant planes. These brave machines played a crucial role in securing victory for their nations while showcasing their exceptional capabilities. As we delve deeper into history through photographs like DDE-90036215, DDE-90035539, DDE-90035538, and DDE-90023879; we witness moments frozen in time where Blackburn Skuas dive with brakes extended – a testament to their agility and precision.