Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) - Cape St. Mary's in Saint Bride's, NFLD
In my opinion the seabird colony at Cape St. Mary's should be listed as one of the true seven wonders of the world. Sitting on the cliffside watching these stunning birds fly by was a magical once in a lifetime experience. Northern Gannets are so elegant and to be privileged enough to be so close to them at the most accessible seabird colony in North America was something I won't ever forget. We all sat in awe for hours just watching the comings and goings of these Gannets and other seabirds here at this entrancing spot. However, this is not the place to go if you are afraid of heights! I'm surprised there hasn't been more accidents here to be frank! This is a long series of 12 photos showing the birds in flight, carrying food and the large colonty numbers which don't do it justice as 24,000 Northern Gannets nest here along with many other seabirds, Thick-billed Murres, Common Murres, Razorbills, Black-legged Kittiwakes, Great Cormorants, Double-crested Cormorants, Fulmars and Black Guillemots. Thanks for bearing with me!
Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) - Cape St. Mary's in Saint Bride's, NFLD
In my opinion the seabird colony at Cape St. Mary's should be listed as one of the true seven wonders of the world. Sitting on the cliffside watching these stunning birds fly by was a magical once in a lifetime experience. Northern Gannets are so elegant and to be privileged enough to be so close to them at the most accessible seabird colony in North America was something I won't ever forget. We all sat in awe for hours just watching the comings and goings of these Gannets and other seabirds here at this entrancing spot. However, this is not the place to go if you are afraid of heights! I'm surprised there hasn't been more accidents here to be frank! This is a long series of 12 photos showing the birds in flight, carrying food and the large colonty numbers which don't do it justice as 24,000 Northern Gannets nest here along with many other seabirds, Thick-billed Murres, Common Murres, Razorbills, Black-legged Kittiwakes, Great Cormorants, Double-crested Cormorants, Fulmars and Black Guillemots. Thanks for bearing with me!