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Red-footed boobies

Sula sula

Description:

Red-footed Boobies are spectacular divers, plunging into the ocean at high speeds to catch prey. They mainly eat small fish or squid which gather in groups near the surface.

Habitat:

Isla Genovesa, Galapagos

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2 Comments

KarenL
KarenL 11 years ago

There are 3 species on the Galapagos - blue-footed, red-footed & Nazca which have grey/green feet!

patty
patty 11 years ago

How many colors of feet do they have? You should definetely write a blog Karen =) These birds are amazing.

KarenL
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KarenL

Parroquia Huaquillas, Provincia de El Oro, Ecuador

Spotted on Nov 24, 2012
Submitted on Dec 18, 2012

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