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Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) adult, breeding plumage, with grass in beak for nesting material
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Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) adult, breeding plumage, with grass in beak for nesting material
Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) adult, breeding plumage, with grass in beak for nesting material, standing on clifftop amongst flowering Thrift (Armeria maritima), Shetland Islands, Scotland, June
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© FLPA/Paul Sawer
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. In this snapshot, we witness the extraordinary multitasking skills of an Atlantic Puffin in its breeding plumage. With determination and finesse, our feathery friend is caught red-beaked as it expertly balances a mouthful of grass for nesting material while perched amidst a vibrant sea of blooming Thrift flowers. This charming scene unfolds on the picturesque Shetland Islands, Scotland, where nature's beauty knows no bounds. As summer graces this British coastal haven, our puffin protagonist embraces its role as both gatherer and decorator extraordinaire. Its mission? To construct the perfect nest for future generations! With each step along the clifftop, this avian architect showcases its impeccable taste by selectively collecting only the finest materials from land and sea. From fluffy tufts of grass to delicate blooms that mirror its own colorful plumage – nothing less than perfection will do. As we marvel at this delightful display of puffin prowess, let us not forget that these charismatic creatures are part of a larger ecosystem teeming with life. Their presence enriches not only our hearts but also helps maintain balance in North American temperate regions and across Europe's island coasts. So next time you stumble upon a photo like this one by FLPA/Paul Sawer from FLPA Images (not the company), allow yourself to be whisked away into their world – where puffins become floral conno
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