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Whooping Crane TOM 593 Catching blue crab in tidal pond - Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Texas. Grus americana © Tom & Pat Leeson / ardea. com
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Whooping Crane TOM 593 Catching blue crab in tidal pond - Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Texas. Grus americana © Tom & Pat Leeson / ardea. com
TOM-593
Whooping CRANE - catching blue crab in tidal pond
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, NWR. Texas.
Grus americana
Tom & Pat Leeson
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Whooping Crane TOM 593 - The Ultimate Crab Hunter!
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. In this incredible photo print, we witness the awe-inspiring hunting skills of Whooping Crane TOM 593 at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge in Texas. With its elegant white plumage and towering stature, this magnificent wading bird showcases its expertise in capturing blue crabs amidst a picturesque tidal pond. As TOM 593 gracefully stands tall, it carefully observes its prey beneath the shimmering surface. With lightning-fast reflexes and precision, it plunges its beak into the water, emerging triumphantly with a delectable blue crab clutched firmly in its grasp. This stunning display of predation highlights both the crane's remarkable feeding behavior and the delicate balance of nature within this thriving ecosystem. Endangered and rare, these whooping cranes are true symbols of resilience and beauty. Their presence at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge serves as a testament to conservation efforts aimed at protecting their habitat for future generations to admire. Captured by acclaimed wildlife photographers Tom & Pat Leeson, this vertical masterpiece not only captures an extraordinary moment but also invites us to appreciate the intricate dance between predator and prey that unfolds daily in our natural world. So let your imagination take flight as you marvel at this image that encapsulates both power and grace—a true testament to America's rich wildlife heritage!
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