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Rynchops nigra (Rynchopidae) - Beutefang

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Rynchops nigra (Rynchopidae) - Beutefang
Alternative Title
Rynchops nigra (Rynchopidae) - Catching of Prey
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IWF SignatureE 600
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Production Year1961

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IWF Technical DataFilm, 16 mm, 38 m ; F, 3 1/2 min

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Die Scherenschnäbel fliegen zum Beuteerwerb über der Wasseroberfläche dahin und halten ihren stark verlängerten Unterschnabel eingetaucht. Damit ertasten sie ihre Beute. Teilweise gezieltes Beutestoßen.
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Here we see a demonstration of skimmers' (Rynchops nigra) method of obtaining food. Flying directly above the surface of the water, the birds drop the lower mandible so that it skims through the water, feeling for prey. The unique beak form is shown clearly several times.
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