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Stercoraarius pomarinus, pomarine skua
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Stercoraarius pomarinus, pomarine skua
Pomarine skua egg specimens
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Catharacta Charadriiformes Eggshell Mottled Pair Sauropsid Sauropsida Seabird Skua Specimen White Background Pomarine Skua Stercorariidae Stercorarius Stercorarius Pomarinus
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This studio shot features a pair of intricately patterned pomarine skua (Stercorarius pomarinus) egg specimens against a pristine white background. The pomarine skua, a large seabird belonging to the family Stercorariidae and the order Charadriiformes, is part of the Sauropsida class, which includes reptiles and birds. The eggs, carefully arranged in the photograph, exhibit a mottled brown coloration, providing a striking contrast against the unblemished white backdrop. The texture of the eggshells is finely detailed, revealing the intricate patterns that protect the developing embryo within. The pomarine skua is a globally distributed seabird, with a circumpolar distribution in the Northern Hemisphere. These birds are known for their powerful flight and predatory behavior, feeding on fish, squid, and other marine life. They are also skilled scavengers, often feeding on the carcasses of other seabirds or marine mammals. The pomarine skua's eggs are typically laid in a shallow scrape on a sandy or gravelly beach, and both parents take turns incubating the eggs for approximately 45 days. Once hatched, the chicks are precocial, meaning they are able to leave the nest and feed themselves soon after birth. This photograph provides a unique and up-close look at the intricacies of the pomarine skua's eggs, offering a glimpse into the fascinating world of seabird reproduction. The mottled brown coloration of the eggs is a testament to the bird's adaptive strategies for camouflaging its nest and protecting its young from predators. Overall, this image showcases the beauty and complexity of nature, highlighting the intricacies of avian biology and the wonders of the natural world.
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