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Great Grey Shrike - with impaled vole on thorn branch (Lanius excubitor) Date
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Branch Excubitor Great Impaled Lanius Shrike Thorn Vole
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Talk about a 'sharp' dinner date! This Great Grey Shrike knows how to make an impression with its unique dining habits. Caught in the act, this feathery predator proudly displays its latest catch - an impaled vole skewered on a thorn branch. Clearly, this shrike has mastered the art of food presentation! With its striking grey plumage and fierce gaze, it's no wonder why this bird is known as the 'Great Grey Shrike'. Armed with a sharp beak and exceptional hunting skills, it effortlessly captures small mammals like voles and even insects. But what sets this shrike apart from other birds is its peculiar habit of impaling prey onto thorny branches. In this print captured by Ardea Wildlife Pets Environment, we witness nature's drama unfold before our eyes. The juxtaposition of beauty and brutality makes for an intriguing sight that leaves us both amazed and slightly disturbed. Lanius excubitor may not be your typical dinner guest, but you can't deny its resourcefulness! So next time you're out in nature, keep an eye out for these feathered assassins perched high on their throne of thorns – they might just surprise you with their macabre culinary skills!
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