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Picture No. 10887287

Grey Heron - The heron used the back of the hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) as a base for hunting fish in the lake but prefers to take to the air as the hippo turns around in the water (Ardea cinerea) Date

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Amphibius Ardea Back Base Cinerea Heron Hippo Hippopotamus Prefers Turns

EDITORS COMMENTS
Talk about teamwork! This Grey Heron knows how to make the most of its surroundings, using the back of a Hippopotamus as its very own hunting base. The lake becomes their playground as this clever bird takes advantage of the hippo's presence to catch fish with ease. But hey, even herons need some personal space sometimes! As soon as the hippo starts turning around in the water, our feathery friend decides it's time to take flight and explore new horizons. Who can blame them for wanting a little more freedom? After all, they are Ardea cinerea - masters of both land and sky! With their elegant grey feathers shining under the sun, these herons truly know how to steal the show. So next time you spot a Grey Heron perched on an unexpected base like a hippo's back, remember that nature always finds creative ways to surprise us. It's moments like these that remind us just how incredible our wildlife is – full of unique partnerships and extraordinary adventures!

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