Majestic Common merganser - The skilled water bird with excellent diving abilities (00001201)

Common merganser with eel - Majestic water bird diving for prey

Description: The common merganser (Mergus Merganser) is a majestic water bird known for its excellent diving abilities. In this stunning shot, the merganser is seen chasing an eel. Similar in size to a duck, it is a skilled diver that ventures beneath the water's surface to hunt for fish and small crustaceans. Eels are particularly sought after in its prey list. Witness the merganser gracefully gliding through the water and capturing its prey after each dive.

Location: Alaska/Katmai, Brooks River, USA

Date of Capture: 15.09.1998