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Black Skimmer (Rynchops niger) |
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| A flock looking for a choice spot on the beach |
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| And still more... This flock contained over 300 skimmers |
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| Juvenile |
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| Aerodynamics: Facing into very heavy winds from the Atlantic |
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| "Sir, the troops are prepared for battle!" |
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| Below: Sanderlings using the same energy-saving technique. |
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| Exhibiting namesake behavior: skimming the surface of a pond for a meal |
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| Typical head-snap attempt to grab something |
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Below four: A juvenile Black Skimmer takes a break amidst the gull flock in the Ocean City inlet parking lot (11/2/2008). Note
the fine striations on the bill, the frosty edges on nearly all flight feathers, and its tiny feet.
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