Caspian terns feeding chick
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Caspian terns feeding chick
Once the chick has hatched, parents take turns to brood and guard it for up to 10 days, while the other brings food, usually small whole fish. The chick makes a series of excited whistles and squeals when about to be fed.
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Department of Conservation
Reference: 10031103
Photograph by Rod Morris
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