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Malayan Night-heron (Gorsachius melanolophus) adult, close-up of head, feeding on earthworm, Taiwan, April
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Malayan Night-heron (Gorsachius melanolophus) adult, close-up of head, feeding on earthworm, Taiwan, April
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Ardeidae Beak Beaks Bill Bills Catch Catches Catching Earthworm Earthworms Face Faces Foraging Formosa Formosan Ground Heron Herons Malaysian Night Heron Night Herons Pacific Taiwan Taiwanese Worm Worms Eats Feeds
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Who needs chopsticks when you have a beak like this? This Malayan Night-heron is showing off its impressive feeding skills as it indulges in an earthworm feast. With its captivating gaze and razor-sharp bill, this bird knows exactly how to catch a tasty treat! Found on the beautiful island of Taiwan, this heron proves that even in the animal kingdom, foodies exist. As the night falls over the Malaysian Pacific islands, these nocturnal creatures come to life. Their elegant formosan feathers blend perfectly with their surroundings, making them expert hunters in the dark. With their heads held high and beaks ready for action, they dive into the ground to snatch up unsuspecting worms. This close-up shot captures every detail of their magnificent faces - those intense eyes filled with determination and that long slender beak designed specifically for worm-catching adventures. It's no wonder they are considered nature's ultimate fishing experts! So next time you're out enjoying some Taiwanese delicacies or digging up your garden looking for worms, remember our feathery friend here who takes his dining experience very seriously. Bon appétit!
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