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Courting Terns
mali

Courting Terns (Sterna hirundo)

Nice to witness this behaviour last week at a roadside pool. He had to fetch her several offerings, so hopefully they sealed their love.
Habitat
Coastal
Location
Pett Level, East Sussex
Date taken
May 2014
Scientific name
Sterna hirundo
Equipment used
Nikon D300 & Sigma 500 lens
This is another case of alopreening. Cracking action shot and terrific timing too, Mali!! tfs.
 
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Crikey - you captured the moment perfectly Mali. A beautiful image.

Hope you're enjoying your break lad.
 

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