Varanger Collection

Herring Gulls Larus argentatus around fishing trawler off the northern tip of Arctic Norway March

Black-legged kittiwake -Rissa tridactyla- on nest, bird cliffs, Ekkeroy, Varanger, Norway

Long-tailed Duck (Clangula hyemalis) adult male, breeding plumage, with head raised in courtship display, swimming in arctic lake, Varanger, Norway, june

Rear view of Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) in full display at the lek. Varanger, Finmark, Norway, May

Satellite male Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) in full display at the lek. Varanger, Finmark, Norway, May

Europe, Norway, Finnmark, Kongsfjord, Veidnes, Blue house at sunset

RF - Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) flying, Hornoya, Varanger, Finnmark, Norway (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

RF - Long-tailed duck or Old-squaw (Clangula hyemalis) male, Varanger Peninsula, Norway, Scandinavia (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) males fighting at lek, Varanger, Norway, May 2016

Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) male displaying, Varanger, Norway, May 2016

Raven (Corvus corax) mobbing Gyrfalcon (Falco rusticolus), Hornoya Island, Varanger Peninsula, Norway, March

Long-tailed duck (Clangula hyemalis) Batsfjord village harbour, Varanger Peninsula, Norway, March

King eider duck (Somateria spectabilis) male, Batsfjord village harbour, Varanger Peninsula, Norway. March

Stellers eider duck (Polysticta stelleri) Batsfjord village harbour with red reflections on the water, Varanger Peninsula, Norway, March

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) resting on a snow bank, Isle of Hornoya, Varanger, Norway, April. Bookplate from Danny Greens The Long Journey North

Sedimentary rocks, Batsfjord, Persfjord, Varanger, Finnmark, Norway

Sedimentary rocks along coast, Batsfjord, Persfjord, Varanger, Finnmark, Norway

Reindeer, Rangifer tarandus, walking across the frozen tundra, Arctic Norway, winter

Reindeer, Rangifer tarandus, walking across the road, Varanger, Arctic Norway, winter

(Haematopus ostralegus) Oystercatcher, Varanger, Norway, heinakuu / July 2006

Karikukko (Arenaria interpress) Turnstone, heinakuu / July 2006, Varanger, Norway

Male King Eider (Somateria spectabilis) swimming, Norway

King Eider (Somateria spectabilis) male swimming, Norway

Dunlin (Calidris alpina) calling, Finnmark, Norway

Glaucous Gull Larus hyperboreus 1st winter Varanger Fjord Norway March

Kittiwakes Risa tridactyla wheeling above cliff against stormy sky Hornoya Varanger Arctic Norway March (birds just returning to their breeding cliff)

Vado Harbour at mouth of Varanger Fjord Arctic Norway winter

Guillemots uria aalge on cliff ledges in early spring on island of Hornoya at Varanger Northern Norway

Stellers Eiders Polysticta stelleri Varanger Fjord Arctic Norway March

King Eider Somateria spectabilis male taking off Varanger Fjord Arctic Norway March

Stellers Eider Polysticta stelleri male taking off Varanger Fjord Arctic Norway March

Herring Gulls Larus argentatus in feeding frenzy off the northern tip of Arctic Norway March

Kittiwakes Risa tidactyla nesting on nest ledge on side of building in Vado

Glaucous Gull Larus hyperboreus adult Varanger Fjord Norway March

Great black-backed gull -Larus marinus-, young bird not yet fledged, Bird Island Hornoya, Varanger, Norway

Great black-backed gull -Larus marinus-, adult, bird island Hornoya, Varanger, Norway

European herring gull -Larus argentatus-, adult, bird island Hornoya, Varanger, Norway

Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult, breeding plumage, sitting on nest, Hornoya Island, Varanger Fjord, Northern Norway, March

Long-tailed Duck (Clangula hyemalis) adult male, non-breeding plumage, in flight, Batsfjord, Varanger Peninsula, Finnmark, Norway, March

King Eider (Somateria spectabilis) adult male, breeding plumage, swimming, Batsfjord, Varanger Peninsula, Finnmark, Norway, March

Common Eider (Somateria mollissima) adult female, in flight over sea, Batsfjord, Varanger Peninsula, Finnmark, Norway, March

Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) dominant adult male, breeding plumage, territorial form displaying at lek, Varanger Peninsula, Finnmark, Norway, May

Tundra, Gednjehogda, Varanger Fjord, Norway

Roseroot (Rhodiola rosea) flowering, growing on rocky cliff, Varanger, Norway, may

View of snow covered island with lighthouse, Hornoya Island, Varanger Fjord, Northern Norway, march

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adults, in flight, colony returning and wheeling above breeding cliff against stormy sky, Hornoya Island, Varanger, Northern Norway, march

Common Raven (Corvus corax) chicks, in nest on rock face, Varanger, Norway, may

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"Discover the Spectacular Wildlife of Varanger, Norway" Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Varanger, a remote region located at the northern tip of the Arctic. Here, amidst the pristine waters and rugged landscapes, you will encounter an array of fascinating creatures that call this place home. As you venture out to sea on a fishing trawler, be prepared to be greeted by a chorus of Herring Gulls. These majestic birds with their striking white plumage and piercing eyes gracefully soar above, adding an enchanting touch to your journey. Make your way towards Ekkeroy's bird cliffs and witness a mesmerizing sight - Black-legged Kittiwakes perched on their nests. Their delicate presence against the dramatic backdrop is truly awe-inspiring; it's as if they have found their own piece of paradise in this untamed wilderness. In Finnmark, catch a glimpse of Bar-tailed Godwits as they elegantly traverse through the air. The vibrant colors adorning their feathers create a captivating spectacle that showcases nature's artistic prowess. Prepare to be amazed by the Ruff during mating season when these remarkable birds put on quite a show. With feathers ruffled and tails fanned out in full display at leks (mating arenas), both satellite males and rear-viewed ones compete for attention - an extraordinary dance that symbolizes life's eternal pursuit. As dusk settles over Veidnes in Kongsfjord, let your gaze rest upon a charming blue house basking in sunset hues. This tranquil scene encapsulates Varanger's serene charm and invites you to embrace its peaceful ambiance. Hornoya Island beckons with its thriving Atlantic Puffin population taking flight across azure skies. Witness these adorable seabirds effortlessly glide through air currents –a true testament to nature’s ingenuity. A male Long-tailed Duck graces Varanger Peninsula with its regal presence; its distinctive plumage and graceful demeanor make it a true symbol of elegance.