A flock of African Skimmers rests close to the banks of the Kazinga Channel. These birds are related to terns and have uniquely adapted lower manibles

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A flock of African Skimmers rests close to the banks of the Kazinga Channel. These birds are related to terns and have uniquely adapted lower manibles for their fishing technique

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Location: Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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