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Anhinga Photographed Drying Its Wings Before Diving
Original: Snakebird on the Dead Limb This anhinga was trying to dry out on an old dead tree until I wandered by. I managed a few s
A wildlife photographer captured an anhinga, often called a snakebird, perched on a dead tree limb drying its feathers before the bird slipped underwater and disappeared. Anhingas swim with their bodies submerged rather than floating like most waterbirds, and must spread their wings to dry because their feathers lack the waterproofing oils of ducks. The striking images are drawing attention to this unusual wetland bird.
Why now: The unusual swimming and drying behaviour of the anhinga makes it a striking subject for wildlife photography enthusiasts.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 6 snapshots from 5 d ago to 4 d ago.
Evidence
- Snakebird on the Dead Limb This anhinga was trying to dry out on an old dead tree until I wandered by. I managed a few shots before the bird slipped beneath the water and vanished. Anhingas don’t float like most waterbirds — instead, they swim with their bodies submerged and… · Swede1952@universeodon.com · 86
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