Graceful Swift Tern foraging near Dyer Island in South Africa (00003987)
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Description: The Swift Tern (Sterna bergii) is an elegant seabird that can be found year-round on the islands off the coast of South Africa. They often nest alongside other bird species, such as on Dyer Island. These beautiful birds primarily feed on small fish, crustaceans, and mollusks that they find near the coast. Their distinctive flight over the sea surface is a captivating sight.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 13.05.2001