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Black skimmer taken at the Breezy Point wildlife preserve. I have been attempting to photograph (clearly) them doing their namesake "skimming." I have seen them flying close to the surface of the water with their lower beak in the water presumably attempting to scoop up fish, like a pelican might. When skimming the skimmer gives the appearance of a speed boat by throwing up a small but noticeable wake.