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Whooping Crane TOM 213 Catching Blue Crabs, Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Texas USA. Grus americana © Tom & Pat Leeson / ARDEA LONDON
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Whooping Crane TOM 213 Catching Blue Crabs, Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, Texas USA. Grus americana © Tom & Pat Leeson / ARDEA LONDON
TOM-213
Whooping CRANE - standing in water, catching blue crabs
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, NWR. Texas, March
Grus americana
Tom & Pat Leeson
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Whooping Crane - The Ultimate Crab Connoisseur! 🦀🕺
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. In this incredible shot captured by the talented duo Tom and Pat Leeson, we witness the epitome of multitasking in the avian world. Meet our feathery friend, Whooping Crane TOM-213, showcasing his exceptional fishing skills at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge in Texas. With a graceful stance amidst the shimmering water, TOM-213 stands tall as he embarks on a daring crab-catching adventure. With lightning-fast reflexes and razor-sharp focus, he skillfully snatches blue crabs right out of their watery hideouts. Talk about being an expert predator! Endangered and rare, this majestic creature reminds us of nature's delicate balance between predator and prey. As he wades through the crystal-clear waters of North America, TOM-213 exemplifies both strength and elegance. The sight is truly captivating as he triumphantly holds his latest catch with pride - food clutched firmly in his beak like a gourmet meal ready to be devoured. It's safe to say that this whooper knows how to satisfy his taste buds! Let us celebrate wildlife behavior at its finest; witnessing such remarkable moments reminds us why it is crucial to protect these precious creatures for generations to come. So next time you're craving some seafood delights or simply seeking inspiration from nature's wonders, remember Whooping Crane TOM-213 – the ultimate crab connoisseur!
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