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Birds
Arctic skua
Arctic skua · Stercorarius parasiticus
Watch Arctic skuas, masterful hunters of the skies, near coasts and bodies of water.
Fact file
- Size
- Arctic skuas weigh between 600 and 1,100 grams and reach a wingspan of up to 1.40 metres.
- Males and females
- Male and female look similar, although males are usually slightly larger.
- Sounds
- Their loud calls are sharp and piercing, especially in the breeding season.
- Diet
- They feed mainly on fish and on prey they steal from other birds.
- Offspring
- The female lays 1 to 3 eggs, which are incubated for about three weeks.
How to identify Arctic skua
Arctic skuas have striking plumage that ranges from grey-brown to black. Their head and upperparts are darker, while the underside shows lighter tones.
With a wingspan of up to 1.40 metres and a weight of about 600 to 1,100 grams they are medium-sized. Their long, pointed wings and forked tail help them glide nimbly through the air.
More in the app
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- general viewing tips
Where Arctic skua live
Discover Arctic skua on your trip.
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