Seabird Collection (#10)

Red-footed booby (Sula sula) chick and parent perched on branch near nest, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Red-footed booby (Sula sula) perched on branch, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) attempting to steal food from Nazca booby (Sula granti) feeding its chick, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Scissor-Bills in pursuit of Prey; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
Scissor-Bills in pursuit of Prey; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Amelia Island, Florida; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
Amelia Island, Florida; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Puffin (Fratercula arctica) standing in grass, portrait, Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK. June

Northern fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) floating on surface of open ocean, Falmouth, English Channel, Cornwall, UK. September

Least Tern flying, South Padre Island, Texas

Horned puffin, Bird Island, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska

Horned puffin with needle fish in beak, Bird Island, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska

Horned puffin flying, Bird Island, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska

Arctic tern (Sterna paradisaea) in flight over nesting area in meadows near coast, Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland. July

Group pf Puffins (Fratercula arctica) resting on cliffs of Heimaey Island, Westman Islands, Iceland. July

Northern fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) portrait, Fair Isle, Shetland, Scotland, UK. May

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Atlantic puffin on Machias Seal Island near Cutler, Maine, USA Date: 20/09/2011

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Atlantic puffin on Machias Seal Island near Cutler, Maine, USA Date: 20/09/2011

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Atlantic Puffins on Machias Seal Island off the coast of Cutler, Maine, USA Date: 29/07/2010

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Atlantic Puffins on Machias Seal Island off the coast of Cutler, Maine, USA Date: 29/07/2010

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Atlantic Puffins on Machias Seal Island off the coast of Cutler, Maine, USA Date: 29/07/2010

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Atlantic Puffins on Machias Seal Island off the coast of Cutler, Maine, USA Date: 29/07/2010

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Peru, Pucusana, Inca Tern (Larosterna inca) WILD portrait. Date: 17/11/2010

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Peru, Pucusana, Inca Tern (Larosterna inca) WILD portrait. Date: 17/11/2010

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King Penguin (Aptenodytes p. patagonica), Saunders Island, Falkland Islands. Date: 18/06/2010

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Chile, Chiloe Island, Humboldt Penguins, (Spheniscus humboldtii), endangered. Date: 17/11/2010

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Argentina, Ushuaia. Immature Dolphin gull (wild: Leucophaeus scoresbii) aka localy Red-billed gull. Date: 28/06/2006

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Lagoon safari trip featuring Stingrays (Himantura fai), small Blacktip sharks (Carcharhinus limbatus) and variety of fish including Pacific Double-saddle Butterflyfish (Chaetodon ulietensis) Date

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Northern Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis). Its defense strategy is to spit an oily fluid at predators, which will destroy the water repellent properties of their plumage

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), cliffs of the Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. Date: 21/02/2010

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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus), Noss national Nature Reserve. Shetland, Northern Isles, Scotland. Date: 21/02/2010

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The cliffs at Noup Head on Westray island, home to one of the largest sea bird colonies in the UK, Orkney islands, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 15/10/2009

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The cliffs at Noup Head with no up head lighthouse on Westray island, RSPB Reserve. Orkney islands, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 15/10/2009

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The cliffs at Noup Head on Westray island, home to one of the largest sea bird colonies in the UK, Orkney islands, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 15/10/2009

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The cliffs at Noup Head on Westray island, home to one of the largest sea bird colonies in the UK, Orkney islands, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 15/10/2009

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The cliffs at Noup Head on Westray island, home to one of the largest sea bird colonies in the UK, Orkney islands, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 15/10/2009

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The cliffs at Noup Head on Westray island, home to one of the largest sea bird colonies in the UK, Orkney islands, Scotland. (Large format sizes available) Date: 15/10/2009

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Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) on cliff in Hermaness National Nature Reserve. Shetland Islands, Scotland. Date: 15/10/2009

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Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) on cliff in Hermaness National Nature Reserve. Shetland Islands, Scotland. Date: 15/10/2009

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Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) on cliff in Hermaness National Nature Reserve. Unst, Scotland. Date: 15/10/2009

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Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) on cliff in Hermaness National Nature Reserve. Shetland Islands, Scotland. Date: 15/10/2009

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"Captivating Seabirds: A Glimpse into Their Enchanting World" In the depths of night, two little blue penguins stand proudly on rugged rocks, their silhouettes beautifully framed by the dazzling lights of Melbourne city. This mesmerizing image captured during December 2016 in St Kilda breakwater, Victoria, Australia, was a joint winner in the COP26 Countdown Photo Competition 2021. Moving to South coast's Santa Cruz Island, we witness a captivating courtship dance between a pair of blue-footed boobies. With their vibrant azure feet and intricate movements, these seabirds showcase their love amidst nature's splendor. Venturing north to Shetland, Scotland, we are greeted by the awe-inspiring sight of northern gannets diving fearlessly into the depths for fish. The split-level shot captures both above and below water perspectives—a testament to these birds' remarkable hunting skills. On Machias Seal Island lies an enchanting scene as an Atlantic puffin gracefully lands with its wings outstretched. Its arrival signifies new beginnings and reminds us of nature's resilience even in remote locations like this island off Canada's coast. Skomer Island in Wales offers another delightful encounter as two Atlantic puffins engage in bill rubbing—an affectionate gesture that strengthens bonds within their community, and is a heartwarming display of camaraderie among these charismatic seabirds. Journeying to Heligoland in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany brings us face-to-beak with two Northern gannets touching beaks—a warm greeting shared between lifelong companions or newfound friends. Such interactions highlight the social nature and strong connections forged within seabird colonies. Returning once more to Shetland's shores during July reveals yet another breathtaking spectacle—the fearless dives of Northern gannets plunging into waters teeming with fish. These majestic birds demonstrate unparalleled agility as they secure sustenance for themselves and their young.