Atlantic Puffin Collection (page 3)

Rest is essential even for such a comic figure as the Puffin. By turning it's head around and blanketing the beak in feathers, the bird enjoys some solitude in the noisy colony at Skomer island

The Shy Puffin
Preening is a very important activity, only second to feeding. During this process, the bird removes dirt, dust and parasites from the feathers

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) with beakful of fish, Saltee Islands, County Wexford, Republic of Ireland

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) in breeding plumage flapping wings on sea cliff top in seabird colony, Scotland, UK, May. Digital composite

Puffin (Fratercula arctica) landing in snow, Norway, March

Norway, Svalbard, Spitsbergen. Atlantic puffin flying

Puffin (Fratercula arctica) silhouetted at sunset on Hermaness, Shetland, Scotland, UK, June

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) covered by mud from its partner digging out their nesting chamber / burrow, Skomer Island, Wales, UK, April

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) swimming, split level view, Skomer Island, Wales, UK, July

Atlantic Puffins (Fratercula arctica) in flight in mist, Skomer Island, Wales, UK, August

Couple of Atlantic puffins on cliff, Mykines island, Faroe Islands, Denmark, Europe

Atlantic puffins on grass, Mykines island, Faroe Islands, Denmark, Europe

Birds eggs, Rail, Bunting, Yelllowhammer, Falcon, Snipe, Shrike, Chough, Fieldfare
Vintage engraving of Birds eggs, Water Rail, Common Bunting, Yelllow hammer, Gyr Falcon, Jack Snipe, Red-backed Shrike, Chough, Fieldfare, Puffin

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) with flower in beak, amongst Thrift (Armeria maritima), Fair Isle, Shetland, Scotland, UK, July

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) landing with sand eels in beak, Fair Isle, Shetland, Scotland, July

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) diving, North Rona, Outer Hebrides / Western Isles, Scotland, UK, July

Atlantic puffins (Fratercula arctica) at dusk, Fair Isle, Shetland, July. Bookplate from Danny Greens The Long Journey North

Puffin (Fratercula arctica) stretching wings, late evening light. Shetland Islands, Scotland, July

Puffins (Fratercula arctica) among coastal thrift. Saltee Islands, Ireland, UK, July

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) two resting on a snow bank, Hornoya, Varanger, Norway, April

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) resting, Sumburg Head, Shetland Isles, Scotland, UK, June

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) about to land on snow, Hornoya, Varanger, Norway, April

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) in flight, Fair Isle, Shetland Isles, Scotland, UK, June

Atlantic puffin with catch in the beak, Mykines Island, Faroe Islands, Denmark, Europe

Atlantic puffins with fish in the beak, Mykines Island, Faroe Islands, Denmark, Europe

Iceland, Breidavik, Puffins

Europe, Iceland, Breidavik, Puffin amid Flowers on a Cliff

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) in a puffinry on Mykines, part of the Faroe Islands in the North Atlantic. Catch of fish (sandeel) in its beak. Europe, Northern Europe, Denmark, Faroe Islands

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Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Finnmark, Norway

Atlantic puffin with a beak full of fish

An Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica) resting on a clifftop.; Jokulsarlon, Iceland

Atlantic Puffin adult close-up, Fratercula arctica

Atlantic Puffin flying infront of rock, Fratercula arctica

Atlantic Puffin on rock, Fratercula arctica

Atlantic Puffin perched on rock in rain, Fratercula arctica

Atlantic Puffin perched on rock and calling, Fratercula arctica

Atlantic Puffin perched in snow, Fratercula arctica

Atlantic Puffin in landscape with ruin, Fratercula arctica, The Netherlands

Atlantic Puffin calling on rock, Fratercula arctica, England

Atlantic Puffin flying with man in the back, Fratercula arctica, England

Atlantic Puffin preening, Fratercula arctica, The Netherlands

Atlantic Puffin in blanket at bird rescue sanctuary, Fratercula arctica, The Netherlands

Atlantic Puffin, Fratercula arctica

Close Up Of Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula Arctica) At Ile Aux Perroquets, Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve Of Canada, Cote-Nord, Duplessis Region; Quebec, Canada

Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula Arctica) At Ile Aux Perroquets, Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve Of Canada, Cote-Nord, Duplessis Region; Quebec, Canada

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The Atlantic Puffin, also known as Fratercula arctica, is a fascinating seabird that can be found in various locations across the UK and beyond. In April, on Skomer Island in Wales, these adorable creatures engage in bill rubbing, a behavior that helps them establish social bonds within their colonies. Machias Seal Island provides another breathtaking sight of Atlantic puffins landing gracefully with their wings outstretched. This image captures their elegance and agility as they navigate through the air to reach their nesting sites. A close-up shot taken on Fair Isle in Scotland showcases the intricate details of an Atlantic puffin's head. Its vibrant colors and distinctive markings make it truly captivating. On the Farne Islands, puffins gather together, creating a mesmerizing spectacle against the backdrop of rugged cliffs. These charming birds stand proudly amidst blooming Sea thrift flowers (Armeria maritima), creating a picture-perfect scene. In Iceland's Polar Regions, we witness pairs of Atlantic Puffins engaging in courtship rituals. Their bond is evident as they rub bills affectionately while perched side by side or flying near cliff tops on Lunga Island or Mull Island. The Isle of May in Scotland serves as yet another haven for these delightful creatures. Here we find pairs of Atlantic Puffins engaged in bill rubbing once again - an essential part of their courtship process. Underwater wonders await us at the Farne Islands during July when Atlantic Puffins swim gracefully beneath the waves. Their streamlined bodies glide effortlessly through the water as they search for food to sustain themselves and their young. One cannot help but marvel at how perfectly nature has designed these beautiful birds. Perched precariously on cliff edges adorned with flowering sea thrift (Armeria maritima), puffins exude both grace and resilience simultaneously. Whether it be witnessing them soaring near cliff tops or observing them swimming underwater, each encounter with Atlantic Puffins provides a glimpse into their captivating world.