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Blue-footed boobies (Sula nebouxii) plunge-diving for small fish at sunset off Rabida Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America
Filename: 1112-1587.jpg
Size: 5400 x 3600 (6.4MB)
Date: 21st October 2013
Source: WorldInPrint
Credit: Michael Nolan/Robert Harding
Source: www.robertharding.com
County: Galapagos Islands
Country: Ecuador
© Michael Nolan
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Blue-footed boobies (Sula nebouxii) plunge-diving for small fish at sunset off Rabida Island, Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America
Robert Harding Picture Library provides high quality travel, nature, wildlife & environmental photos
Media ID 9636751
© Michael Nolan
Blue Footed Booby Ecuador Flock Of Birds Galapagos Islands Hunting In Flight Large Group Of Animals Mid Air Orange Colour Rabida Island Sula Nebouxii
Nature's Aerial Acrobats - Blue-footed Boobies Plunge-Diving at Sunset in the Galapagos Islands
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a mesmerizing moment as a flock of blue-footed boobies, known for their vibrant azure feet, gracefully plunge-dive into the sea off Rabida Island. Against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset, these skilled hunters showcase their remarkable agility and precision. Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Galapagos Islands, this snapshot encapsulates the untouched beauty and rich biodiversity that make this destination truly exceptional. The clear South American sky provides an enchanting canvas for these magnificent birds to display their aerial prowess. In this horizontal composition, we witness a large group of blue-footed boobies in mid-air flight, each bird perfectly synchronized with its companions. With no people present to disturb them, these animals thrive undisturbed in their natural habitat. The vivid orange hues of the setting sun cast a warm glow on both sea and sky, creating an ethereal atmosphere that enhances our appreciation for wildlife photography. This image serves as a reminder of nature's wonders and invites us to explore Ecuador's stunning landscapes. Michael Nolan/Robert Harding skillfully captures this extraordinary scene through his lens, allowing us to marvel at these beautiful creatures' hunting techniques while also highlighting the importance of preserving such unique travel destinations like Rabida Island within our precious world heritage sites.
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