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An Atlantic Puffin with sand eels in its bill flies to its burrow on the island of Skomer
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An Atlantic Puffin with sand eels in its bill flies to its burrow on the island of Skomer
An Atlantic Puffin with sand eels in its bill flies to its burrow on the island of Skomer, Pembrokeshire, one of the most important wildlife sites in Europe and the breeding place for over 30, 000 Atlantic Puffins, in Wales, Britain June 9, 2018. Picture taken June 9, 2018. REUTERS/Rebecca Naden - RC17DA079960
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In this photo, a majestic Atlantic Puffin soars through the sky with its beak full of sand eels, en route to its cozy burrow on the enchanting island of Skomer. Located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, Skomer Island is hailed as one of Europe's most significant wildlife sanctuaries and serves as a breeding ground for over 30,000 Atlantic Puffins. The image beautifully captures the vibrant colors of nature against a backdrop of clear blue skies. The puffin's striking orange beak stands out prominently against its black and white feathers, while the sand eels clutched tightly in its bill symbolize sustenance for both itself and potential offspring. Skomer Island offers these charismatic seabirds an idyllic habitat where they can thrive undisturbed by human interference. As it gracefully glides towards its burrow nestled within lush greenery, this puffin exemplifies the resilience and adaptability that have allowed these birds to flourish despite various challenges faced by their species. Photographer Rebecca Naden skillfully freezes this fleeting moment in time, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity found within our natural world. Through her lens, we are reminded of the importance of preserving such precious ecosystems like Skomer Island for future generations to witness these remarkable creatures up close.
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