Swift tern hunting for prey in the waters off Dyer Island, South Africa (00003999)
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Description: The Swift tern (Sterna bergii) is an elegant seabird species that can be found year-round along the coasts of South Africa. Nesting on the offshore islands, such as Dyer Island, they often breed in close proximity to other seabirds like the Hartlaub's gull. These agile birds mainly feed on small fish, crustaceans, and mollusks that they hunt in the coastal waters. Their distinctive flight over the sea surface makes them captivating subjects for nature photographers and bird enthusiasts.
Location: Western Cape, Dyer Island, South Africa
Date of Capture: 13.05.2001