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Manx Shearwater (Puffinus puffinus) flock, gathering on sea at dusk, St. Bride's Bay, off Skomer Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales, july
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Manx Shearwater (Puffinus puffinus) flock, gathering on sea at dusk, St. Bride's Bay, off Skomer Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales, july
Manx Shearwater (Puffinus puffinus) flock, gathering on sea at dusk, St. Bride's Bay, off Skomer Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales, july
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Media ID 6552809
© FLPA/David Tipling
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Feathered Fiesta - The Annual Manx Shearwater Soirée in St. Bride's Bay!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this breathtaking snapshot captured by wildlife photographer David Tipling, we witness nature's grand spectacle unfold as thousands of Manx Shearwaters gather on the tranquil sea at dusk. Skomer Island, nestled off the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales, plays host to this avian extravaganza every July. As twilight descends upon the Atlantic waters, these elegant seabirds come together for their yearly reunion. With wings outstretched and beaks filled with fishy delights, they create a mesmerizing sight against the backdrop of a golden summer sky. The sheer number of Manx Shearwaters is awe-inspiring – an entire community taking flight over the ocean waves. Their synchronized movements resemble a graceful ballet performance choreographed by Mother Nature herself. This gathering serves not only as a social event but also as an opportunity for these magnificent creatures to strengthen their bonds and exchange tales from their migratory adventures across Europe's vast seascape. Skomer Island provides them with an ideal habitat to rest and refuel before embarking on their next daring journey. Here amidst rugged cliffs and lush greenery, they find solace in knowing that they are part of something greater – a vibrant tapestry woven by countless generations of shearwaters who have called this place home. So let us raise our binoculars high and toast to these feathered partygoers! May their annual rendez
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