Isle of May National Nature Reserve
Isle of May National Nature Reserve is a stunning island located off the coast of Scotland. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and photographers alike, thanks to its diverse range of wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. The island is home to a variety of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making it a prime location for birdwatching and wildlife photography. Additionally, the island boasts stunning views of the surrounding sea and coastline, as well as historic landmarks such as the 14th-century lighthouse. With so much natural beauty to capture, Isle of May National Nature Reserve is a must-visit destination for any photography enthusiast.
Quite a different image from the usual things I take and display,, a totally different genre, but nothing wrong with diversifying a little, especially while the chance is available to shoot these fantastic sea birds. Puffins are always a joy to shoot or indeed just to sit and watch if you find a good place to see them.
This was taken on the fantastic Isle of May off the coast of Fife, where up to 120,000 Puffins nest between April at the beginning of August, this particular pair were quite comical and I shot them for a while, this being my favourite image with the interaction between the two of them clear to see.
Thanks to all Phoide contributors to Isle of May National Nature Reserve!
Most notably Pete Rowbottom.