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Green eyed shag.
Pappa Smurf

Green eyed shag. (Phalacrocorax aristotelis)

Shag. The black edges to the feathers are the bits that get wet and help him to sink.
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Habitat
During the breeding season at their large Scottish colonies on Orkney, Shetland, the Inner Hebrides and the Firth of Forth. Elsewhere they can be seen commonly around the coasts of Wales and South West England (especially Devon and Cornwall).
Location
Farne Islands
Date taken
08.04.2014
Scientific name
Phalacrocorax aristotelis
Equipment used
Canon
carann
Absolutely stunning, Pappa Smurf !!!! Thanks for sharing three outstanding posts.
 
delia todd
Staff member
Opus Editor
Supporter
You've wonderful feather detail there Keith..... a cracking shot.

They do have lovely emerald eyes, don't they.
 
mags1967
this is gorgeous love the info too.three terrific posts and thank you for sharing them all.best wishes margaret.
 
Doc Duck
Supporter
Great image with that crest up, and thanks for the info about the black fringes!
 
Stanley Jones
Supporter
Those feet are a perfect match for this green-eyed punk rocker (lol). Stunning picture PS!!!! Three excellent posts!!!!
 

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