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'Northern' Eider
Clive Watson

'Northern' Eider (Somateria mollissima)

Presumed borealis Eider that was on Fair Isle in 2006. It took a whole week to show well enough for photos.
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Habitat
Beach
Location
Fair Isle
Date taken
October 2006
Scientific name
Somateria mollissima
Equipment used
Canon 20D, 600mm f4
gmax
Perfect lighting and good timing: nothing less for a stunning capture!
 
AlanR
A cracking shot, Clive.
Alan
[Just back from a few days on Fair Isle, a super place for birdwatching.]
 

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