This poor bird was floating close in shore, and is a long way from their usual fishing grounds, the deep waters of the English Channel and nesting sites on tall cliffs.
I've been lucky to watch a dozen or so gannets diving for fish, it's a sight to behold!
They are amber listed as a concern for conservation of population numbers in the UK. As avian flu is still here, I wonder if that has contributed to its demise. A beautiful bird, but it's all part of nature's big picture.
DEFRA not interested in it being reported, unless three or more seen at same time.
I've done some research and found out that avian flu is decimating gannet populations because they nest and breed closely together, so the virus spreads easily.
@grammyn
I've done some research and found out that avian flu is decimating gannet populations because they nest and breed closely together, so the virus spreads easily.