Sunbathing

This rather splendid cormorant seems to be a permanent resident in Mevagissey Harbour these days.

There doesn't seem to be a mate in evidence. However, any jokes about him looking for a shag will be treated with the contempt they deserve. :)

[Jonathan Darrell]

Magnificent shot. Fav
We had to make up a reason to the kids why the adults were all sniggering on a boat trip from Penzance when this joke was made.

[jennifer]

do they hold their wings open to attract a mate or is to cool off. Often seen them doing this in Meva

[Swillin' Billy Flynn]

@jennyjustfeet They do it to dry their feathers off after an underwater fishing session I believe.

[gloria jones]

Super capture...great feather and wing details

[Graham Thresher]

A magnificent capture. Great focus.

[gazdi]

This looks great.

[Erika]

Great capture.

[Dyan Stevens]

Wonderful detail! Great shot.

[Caroline]

Beautifully timed capture! That is some wingspan :)

[Kas]

Looks amazing on black; the detail is super.

[Arthur Loosley]

Great capture of one of my favourite birds! Fav.