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The Anhinga eating Armored Catfish (an invasive species)

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Old 02-24-2022, 05:03 PM
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All of these photos were taken by Sam Boatman at the springs at Fenney Nature Trail. At first, these pics might seem unbelievable. But not when you understand what is happening. The Anhinga has to orientate the fish so that it can be swallowed head first. For a fish as large as an Armored Catfish, he has no choice but to toss it into the air: mystery solved!!!!!
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Old 02-24-2022, 05:05 PM
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and more photos...
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and more photos...
and more photos...
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Old 02-24-2022, 05:09 PM
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and last but not least...
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Old 02-24-2022, 07:03 PM
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Wow but wonder how he got here.
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