I figured it was about time for a new puffin post. I took this one on my first trip to Machias Seal Island in Maine (or New Brunswick, Canada depending upon who you’re talking to — both the US and Canada claiming ownership of the small island). During the summer months, puffins and razorbills nest on the rocky shoreline. This puffin had a mouth full of krill that she was bringing back to her nesting chicks. Nikon D200 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 100, f/5.6 at 1/1000th of a second
Another beautiful creation. Great image Sean. You have to wonder at the diversity and beauty of birds and animals. As Pauline says above, amazing how this little guy systematically lines the krill up so efficiently. The chicks will be pleased with the catch. Hey how do you catch them first and then fit them so neatly in your beak?
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a great pic.of the puffin.
Held tightly in beak—-Dark eyes and translucent bodies—-Becoming a puffin.
Puffins transform them—-Icy bodies devoid of hue—-Cronus eats his spawn.
amazing photo and amazing how this fellow holds them all in a row
Another beautiful creation. Great image Sean. You have to wonder at the diversity and beauty of birds and animals. As Pauline says above, amazing how this little guy systematically lines the krill up so efficiently. The chicks will be pleased with the catch. Hey how do you catch them first and then fit them so neatly in your beak?
Beautiful shot. Good to see he’s getting his Omega 3s.
Jon Sayegh doesn’t eat seafood.
Great timing! Love this shot.
Amazing sharpness! A really beautiful portrait of a puffin!