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Seaside Gourmet: Puffin's delightful haul

Puffins are skilled hunters, diving into the water to catch their prey, primarily small fish like sand eels. They can carry multiple fish in their beaks thanks to specialized grooves and spines on their tongues and upper palate that help hold the fish in place. This allows them to bring back a good meal for themselves or their young without making multiple trips. It's a fascinating adaptation that helps them thrive in their oceanic habitat.

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Uploaded on April 15, 2024
Taken on June 25, 2023