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Brown Skua

Brown Skua

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The Brown Skua is a large, powerful, dark brown seabird of the Southern Ocean, known for its predatory nature and aggressive behavior, especially around nesting colonies.
Where to spot
Widespread across the Southern Ocean, breeding on Antarctic and sub-Antarctic islands and coastlines. Disperses widely at sea during the non-breeding season.
How to spot
Look for its large size, uniform dark brown plumage, and powerful flight. Often seen patrolling coastlines near bird colonies or following fishing vessels.
When to spot
Best observed during the austral summer (November-March) when they are concentrated at breeding colonies. Can be seen at sea year-round within their extensive range.
File:Eselspinguine (Pygoscelis papua) und Skua-Raubmöwen (Stercorarius antarcticus).jpg
File:Eselspinguine (Pygoscelis papua) und Skua-Raubmöwen (Stercorarius antarcticus).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Brown Skuas are apex predators in many Antarctic and sub-Antarctic ecosystems, preying on eggs and chicks of other seabirds, and scavenging on carrion.
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