Etched by waves
Thanks for your visit. Comments, faves and invitations are very appreciated.
Sea cliffs on Heimaey, the Westman Islands, Iceland.
The caves and smaller hollows in the cliffs have been formed by wave action. Some of the waves were over 33m (100ft) in height.
The caves and pits in the rocks provide nesting sites for seabirds such as gulls, gannets and guillemots. Puffins nest in grassy areas where they can dig their burrows.
The ladder and ropes which are visible are used by local people to collect seabirds and seabird eggs for food.
Etched by waves
Thanks for your visit. Comments, faves and invitations are very appreciated.
Sea cliffs on Heimaey, the Westman Islands, Iceland.
The caves and smaller hollows in the cliffs have been formed by wave action. Some of the waves were over 33m (100ft) in height.
The caves and pits in the rocks provide nesting sites for seabirds such as gulls, gannets and guillemots. Puffins nest in grassy areas where they can dig their burrows.
The ladder and ropes which are visible are used by local people to collect seabirds and seabird eggs for food.