Tag: breeding plumage

• Much Ado About Puffins

  

  “Seabirds are ideal symbols for ocean conservation… Because they live in a variety of habitats-including oceans, islands, estuaries and beaches-they can show visitors how all coastal life is connected and spark new interest in coastal conservation. Long-term conservation success hinges on public understanding and community support.” – Stephen Kress They look like cartoon characters taken…

  Perla Copernik

  June 12, 2013

  Atlantic Puffin, Birds, Conservation, photography, Travel, wildlife

  Alcidae, Atlantic Puffins, Auk, Auks, Birds, breeding plumage, breeding season, Canada, coastal birds, diving bird, Fratercula Artica, Labrador, Newfoundland, North Atlantic Ocean, Puffin Colony, Puffins, sea birds, seabirds, social birds, St. john, wildlife, Witless Bay Ecological Reserve