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Arctic Skua - In flight parasitising - Arctic Terns [Sterna paradisaea]- June-Varanger Fjord- Arctic Norway
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Arctic Skua - In flight parasitising / trying to seal food from Arctic Terns (Sterna paradisaea)
June - Varanger Fjord - Arctic Norway
Stercorarius parasiticus
Chris Knights
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Chasing Lapland Oceans Scandinavia Skua Skuas Stealing Sterna Paradisaea Tern Terns With Other Animals Mixed Species Sea Birds Three
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Mid-air Heist - Arctic Skua's Sneaky Snack Attack on Arctic Terns!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this action-packed aerial scene captured by wildlife photographer Chris Knights, an Arctic Skua takes flight in a daring attempt to pilfer food from unsuspecting Arctic Terns. The Varanger Fjord in Arctic Norway sets the stage for this thrilling chase, where these feathery bandits engage in a high-stakes game of "catch me if you can". With its keen eyes locked on its targets, the cunning skua swoops and dives through the crisp June air. Its mission? To snatch a tasty morsel right out of the beaks of those elegant terns! This mixed-species encounter showcases nature's relentless pursuit for survival. The crystal-clear waters below reflect the intense blue hues of both sky and sea as these agile birds navigate their way through this breathtaking landscape. Against the backdrop of Lapland's icy beauty, Europe's majestic arctic region comes alive with avian acrobatics. Witnessing such captivating moments reminds us that even amidst fierce competition, there is room for playful mischief and clever strategies among our feathered friends. So next time you spot an Arctic Skua plotting its next airborne heist or see an innocent-looking tern guarding its precious catch, remember to appreciate nature's endless surprises – just like Chris Knights did when capturing this extraordinary display of flight, chasing, stealing. . . and maybe even some well-deserved snacking!
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