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Alkefjellet cliffs full of breeding Brunnich's guillemots, Uria lomvia. Nordaustlandet, Svalbard, Norway
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Alkefjellet cliffs full of breeding Brunnich's guillemots, Uria lomvia. Nordaustlandet, Svalbard, Norway
Alkefjellet cliffs full of breeding Brunnich's guillemots, Uria lomvia. Nordaustlandet, Svalbard, Norway
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Alkefjellet Archipelago Bird Colony Breeding Breeding Ground Cliffside Colony Erosion Group Guillemot Nordaustlandet Northern Europe Norway Polar Polar Climate Roosting Seabird Side By Side Spitsbergen Spitzbergen Svalbard Svalbard Islands Texture Thick Billed Murre Brunnichs Guillemot
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Alkefjellet Cliffs, Nordaustlandet, Svalbard, Norway: A Spectacular Gathering of Brunnich's Guillemots This breathtaking photograph captures the stunning Alkefjellet cliffs on Nordaustlandet, an island located in the Svalbard archipelago of Norway. The image showcases a dense colony of Brunnich's Guillemots (Uria lomvia), also known as Thick-billed Murres, as they gather on the cliffside for breeding. The rugged cliffs, eroded by the relentless action of the ocean, provide an ideal habitat for these seabirds. The Brunnich's Guillemots can be seen roosting side by side, forming a mesmerizing pattern against the texture of the cliff. The birds display their distinctive black and white plumage, with their thick, orange-red bills standing out prominently. The Arctic climate of Svalbard offers a unique polar wilderness, where the days are long during the summer months, providing ample daylight for the birds to engage in their breeding activities. The Brunnich's Guillemots are well-adapted to the harsh conditions, spending most of their lives at sea, only returning to the cliffs to breed. The image, captured by renowned photographers Sergio Pitamitz and Danita Delimont, offers a glimpse into the captivating world of these seabirds. The photograph not only highlights the beauty of the natural world but also underscores the importance of preserving these fragile ecosystems for future generations.
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