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Picture No. 10891884
Brown Skua / Falkland Skua / Sea-hen - with an egg of penguin (Catharacta antarctica) Date
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Caught in the Act - The Skua's Sneaky Egg Swap!
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. In this hilarious snapshot captured by Ardea Wildlife, we witness a mischievous Brown Skua attempting an audacious egg heist from none other than a unsuspecting penguin couple. Picture No. 10891884 showcases nature's comical side as this cunning skua plots its devious plan. With a mischievous glint in its eye, the Brown Skua swoops down to snatch an egg belonging to the unsuspecting penguins of Antarctica. Seizing this golden opportunity, our feathery thief hopes to raise a chick without all the hassle of incubating it themselves! The Falkland Sea-hen is known for its clever tactics and resourcefulness when it comes to survival, but who knew they were also skilled at subterfuge? This daring act leaves us wondering if these skuas have formed their own underground society dedicated solely to stealing eggs from other bird species. As we marvel at this incredible photograph, let's not forget that nature has its fair share of tricksters too! So next time you spot a seemingly innocent seabird lurking nearby with shifty eyes, be sure to keep your precious eggs under close watch – or risk becoming another victim of the notorious "Egg Bandits"!
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