Goliath Heron: Spear-fisher of Note

in #nature7 years ago

KNP Satara-Lower Sabi 2009 520.JPG

The Goliath Heron can mostly be seen hunting alone in shallow waters.

KNP Satara-Lower Sabi 2009 519.JPG

It goes about fishing by wading in the water then stealthily waiting for prey to pass by.

KNP Satara-Lower Sabi 2009 521.JPG

The Heron will then spear fish with its mandibles.

Picture taken in the Lower Sabie Camp: Kruger National Park

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Wao, well-done job. What a peculiar creature.

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