Graceful Swift Tern in Flight with a Fish in its Beak (00003995)
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Description: The Swift Tern (Sterna bergii) is an elegant seabird that can be found year-round off the coasts of South Africa. This image captures a majestic Swift Tern gracefully gliding over the deep blue ocean, clutching a fish securely in its beak. These birds often nest in association with other species and primarily feed on small fish, crustaceans, and mollusks which they hunt for near the coast. A captivating moment of nature captured in a stunning photograph.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 13.05.2001