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21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Tern Parent Brings Back a Gig Fish For Their Chicks
Tern parents bring back a big fish for their chicks occasionally. Watch as the parent playfully makes the chicks chase the fish, even though it's too big for them. If the chick drops the fish couple times, the parent will take it to the ocean for a quick wash.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 06.2023 |
| Date Uploaded: | 11.2023 |
| Photo Location: | Long Island, New York, United States of America |
| Camera: | ILCE-9M2 |
| Copyright: | © Kawing Chiu |
Awards
| Photo of the Day: 06.26.24 |