Hornoya Collection

Kittiwakes Risa tridactyla wheeling above cliff against stormy sky Hornoya Varanger Arctic Norway March (birds just returning to their breeding cliff)

Guillemots uria aalge on cliff ledges in early spring on island of Hornoya at Varanger Northern Norway

Great black-backed gull -Larus marinus-, young bird not yet fledged, Bird Island Hornoya, Varanger, Norway

Great black-backed gull -Larus marinus-, adult, bird island Hornoya, Varanger, Norway

European herring gull -Larus argentatus-, adult, bird island Hornoya, Varanger, Norway

Black-legged Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adult, breeding plumage, sitting on nest, Hornoya Island, Varanger Fjord, Northern Norway, March

Aurora Borealis, over coastline at night, Hornoya Island, Vardo, Finnmark, Norway, March

Atlantic Puffin, Fratercula arctica, adult in flight with sandeels in beak, Hornoya Nature Reserve, Vardo, Norway

Atlantic Puffin, Fratercula arctica, pair, Hornoya Nature Reserve, Vardo, Norway

View of snow covered island with lighthouse, Hornoya Island, Varanger Fjord, Northern Norway, march

Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) adults, in flight, colony returning and wheeling above breeding cliff against stormy sky, Hornoya Island, Varanger, Northern Norway, march

Common Guillemot (Uria aalge) adults, group in flight, returning to breeding cliffs, Hornoya Island, Varanger, Northern Norway, march

Guilemots Uria aalge returning to their nest ledges in early spring Hornoya Island Varanger Norway

Island of Hornoya, Varanger Fjord, Arctic Norway March

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"Hornoya: A Haven for Seabirds Amidst Stormy Skies" Nestled on the island in Varanger, Norway, a breathtaking spectacle unfolds. Against the backdrop of a stormy sky, Kittiwakes Risa tridactyla gracefully wheel above the cliff, their wings glimmering in defiance of the tempestuous weather. As spring emerges, Guilemots Uria aalge return to their nest ledges on Hornoya Island. With unwavering determination, they navigate through treacherous winds and crashing waves to reunite with their precious offspring. The cliffs come alive as Guillemots uria aalge perch upon them during this early season, creating an enchanting sight that captivates all who witness it. Bird Island Hornoya becomes home to many young Great black-backed gulls - Larus marinus - not yet fledged. These majestic creatures stand tall against the rugged landscape, their presence symbolizing resilience and hope amidst adversity. Their parents tirelessly watch over them until they are ready to take flight into the vast expanse of the Norwegian skies. Amidst this avian symphony on Bird Island Hornoya, an adult Great black-backed gull - Larus marinus - commands attention with its regal demeanor. Its powerful wingspan and piercing gaze embody strength and authority as it surveys its surroundings from atop rocky cliffs. Not far away stands another guardian of these shores – an adult European herring gull - Larus argentatus -. With its elegant plumage shimmering under sunlight, it adds a touch of grace to this wild sanctuary. Hornoya is more than just an island; it is nature's masterpiece painted with hues of bravery and perseverance. Here on this remote outpost in Varanger lies a haven where seabirds find solace amidst tumultuous skies – reminding us all that even in turbulent times, beauty can be found in the most unexpected places.