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Snail Kites
raulqc

Snail Kites (Rostrhamus sociabilis)

The female kite accepting a "present" from the male. This is a very specialized feeder, their main diet consist of aquatic snails, therefore the prominent adaptation of the beak.

No the best quality since this picture is a large crop about 20% of FF.
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Habitat
wetlands
Location
Palm Beach County, FL
Date taken
6/8/2008
Scientific name
Rostrhamus sociabilis
Equipment used
1DMKII, 100-400
Akihaka
Very beautiful image, Raul. Gorgeous birds, great action and superb setting. :clap:
 

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