A flock of African Skimmers (Rynchops flavirostris)

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Description

A flock of African Skimmers flies gracefully close to the surface of the Kazinga Channel. These birds related to terns have uniquely adapted lower manibles for their fishing technique

Photographer: Nick Greaves