Brandt's Cormorant, Phalacrocorax penicillatus

This Brandt's cormorant (Phalacrocorax penicillatus) has it in mind to
make a meal out of this adult cabezon (Scorpaenichthys marmoratus) who's
guarding a nest full of eggs. As you can see, cabezon are not the smallest of
fishes when fully grown.

    "Tanker Reef", Monterey Bay, California
    January 13, 2007



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