Parasitic jaeger / Schmarotzerraubmöwe (Stercorarius parasiticus)
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Arctic Skua, defending its nest. 2015-06-10 14:32:52
Observations
Only documented observation: 2015-06-10Description
Classification: Genus Stercorarius (Stercorarius); Family Stercorariidae (Stercorariidae)Geography: This bird appears across the great seas in the following continents: Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Asia.
General: Deutschland: Zugvogel
Vocalization:
Mostly heard at breeding ground. [Link]
Seasonal behavior
Seldom seen here
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Other Details
Physical details
Physical details: length=41-46 cm, wingspan=110-125 cm, weight=330-570 gMedia
Arctic Skua, Ingólfshöfði Nature Reserve. 2015-06-10 14:25:36
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Our guide raises his arm, which results in the Arctic Skua keeping a safe distance. 2015-06-10 15:13:04
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