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ML201859681 IBC 1560110
Contributor
Robert Humphries Media from this contributor Profile
Date
Location
Saunders Island (-51.3085, -60.2393)
Falkland Islands (Malvinas), Falkland Islands (Malvinas)
Media from this location Illustrated Checklist- Age
- Not specified
- Sex
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Media notes
A female Falklands Steamer Duck walking on the sandy beach. The Falklands Steamer Duck (Tachyeres brachypterus) locally known as a “Logger” is a goose-sized, flightless carnivorous marine duck endemic to the Falkland Islands. Steamer Ducks mainly eat shellfish – similar to Eiders in the Northern hemisphere. When agitated, Steamer Ducks ‘steam’ – thrashing their stubby wings on the water – reminiscent of old-time paddle steamers. This female Falklands Steamer Duck was walking at the surf edge on The Neck on Saunders Island, West Falkland. Elevation: 4 m. Date added to IBC: February 4, 2019.
Collection
Internet Bird Collection (IBC)
Technical information
- Camera
- Microphone
- Accessories
- Original file size
- 76.57 MB