Predation Account
Unusual behaviour by St Kilda's Skuas was recorded in 2007 during research into recent falls in the Leach's Storm Petrel population. Using night vision gear, ecologists observed the skuas preying on the petrels at night, a remarkable strategy for a seabird.
- Great Skua
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Great Skua in water
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At the Norwegian bird-island Runde
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At Runde
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In flight.
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Captive at Featherdale Wildlife Park, Sydney
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Captive at Featherdale Wildlife Park, Sydney
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