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Saturday, September 1, 2012

Arctic Skua


Arctic Skua

 
Stercorarius parasiticus


Photo: An arctic skua
Arctic skuas, also called parasitic jaegers, have a well-earned reputation as avian pirates, stealing much of their food from other birds.
Photograph by Paul Nicklen

Friday, August 31, 2012

Quetzal

Quetzal

 
Pharomachrus mocinno
Photo: Male resplendent quetzal
Sacred to ancient Mesoamerican people, gorgeously plumed quetzals live in the mountains of Central America.
Photograph by Steve Winter

Friday, August 17, 2012

Golden Eagle


Golden Eagle

 
Aquila chrysaetos


Photo: Golden eagle with a mountain backdrop
The national bird of Mexico, golden eagles are North America's largest raptor.
Photograph by Joe McDonald/Animals Animals—Earth Scenes