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Aves - Neognathae - Charadriiformes - Stercorariidae - Stercorarius - Stercorarius antarcticus

Mandible (Jawbone ) of a Stercorarius antarcticus (Southern Skua)

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Species Description
The Southern Skua, also known as the Brown Skua and the Antarctic Skua, breeds in the Southern hemisphere off the coast of Antarctica and the Antarctic region. The Southern Skua population is anticipated to remain relatively stable and its conservation status is, therefore, considered of Least Concern. It is a seabird and feeds primarily on fish, small aquatic mammals, eggs and carrion. The taxonomy of this particular type of bird is relatively complex, and a number of birds may fall into under the heading of Southern Skua.
Skeletal Elements Available

Mandible (Jawbone )	Sternum (Breast Bone)	Right Humerus (Right Upper Arm Bone)
Left Humerus (Left Upper Arm Bone)	Left Ulna (Lower Arm Bone )	Left Radius (Lower Arm Bone)
Left Tibiotarsus and Fibula (Left Middle Leg Bones)	Cranium (Skull)	Articulated Cranium and Mandible (Attached Skull and Jaw)

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