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Daring action

Hover, then dive.

Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

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Pied Kingfisher (Ceryle rudis) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Pied Kingfisher

Species principle: Commitment

Hover, then dive.

A daring move works when the aim has already been held steady.

Pied Kingfishers hover over water before plunging headfirst to catch fish. Their hovering allows them to aim carefully before committing to the dive.

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