This is the big rock opposite the lighthouse where a huge colony of murres nest. They aren't very smart or aggressive so their babies often fall victim to eagles. The parents wander off when danger approaches and leave their babies vulnerable. They remind me a bit of small penguins in their fancy tuxedo outfits.
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I've not heard of Murres before -- nor their cavalier attitude toward their young. Good thing those seagulls are serving as monitors and guards! I like this composition -- it does make me think of penguins.
Quite some shot - I definitely wasn't familiar with these birds - unusual relationship with the little ones - my first guess might have been penguins. Looks great set up against the blue water background.
