Articles about Puffins
Explore stunning images of Puffins captured by NaturesLens, a leading provider of wildlife photography holidays & workshops in the UK & abroad.
A focus on the Charismatic Atlantic Puffins of Skomer Island
Explore the largest colony of Atlantic Puffins in Wales! Join us in exploring this bewitching wildlife through Alison's photos of the Atlantic Puffins of Skomer Island.
- Atlantic Puffin, Puffins, Skomer Island, Wales
- Guest Images, Species Focus
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Why Iceland is simply the best place – in the world – to photograph Atlantic Puffins
We honestly believe Iceland is simply the best place in the world to photograph Atlantic Puffins & for good reason. With its dramatic landscapes, rugged coastlines, & abundant wildlife, Iceland offers photographers a unique opportunity to capture these charismatic birds in their natural habitat. The country is home to the largest puffin colonies in the world, providing ample opportunities to observe & ...
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Grímsey Island – The Best Place in Iceland to Photograph Atlantic Puffins
An Introduction to Grímsey Island Iceland is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes & unique wildlife. However, one creature stands out when capturing the hearts of nature photographers – the Atlantic Puffin. With its colourful beak, expressive eyes, & comical waddle, the Puffin has become an iconic symbol of the country. While there are many places in Iceland to witness these adorable birds, one location that genuinely stands out is Grímsey Island.
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Exploring the Unique Icelandic Atlantic Puffin Colony of Grímsey Island
Iceland is an iconic destination renowned for its stunning landscapes & unique cultural heritage. From the ice-cold iceberg lagoons in the south to the rolling hills & volcanic valleys in the centre, these magnificent landscapes are rarely rivalled anywhere else in the world. Yet, there is another side of Iceland that is far less known & ...
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Exploring the Magical World of Atlantic Puffins on Skomer Island in Wales
Throughout history, the Atlantic Puffin has captivated humanity with its vibrant colours, fun personality & beautiful presence. Atlantic Puffins are unique birds mainly linked to the rugged cliffs of the North Atlantic Ocean & the coasts of Scotland, Ireland & Wales. Soaring in the sky, they offer a glimpse into the magical wonders of nature.
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Capturing the Wonders of Grimsey Island – Iceland’s Puffin Paradise
From its breathtaking waterfalls to majestic glaciers, Iceland is full of captivating sights & experiences. But few locations in this incredible country offer a more unique experience than the magical Grimsey Island, home of one of the world's largest puffin populations. This small island, situated just north of the Arctic Circle, is a paradise for photographers hoping to capture the vibrant colours of these delightful seabirds.
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Exploring the Picture-Perfect World of the Puffins of Skomer Island
Nestled in the Welsh waters, the breathtaking Skomer Island is a haven like no other. The island is composed of steep cliffs, & lush green grassland & is home to several native inhabitants. Amongst the impressive array of wildlife, the Puffins of Skomer Island are the most well-known; the island is world-renowned for its large population of Atlantic Puffins.
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Fancy photographing the Atlantic Puffins of Fair-Isle in 2023?
Robin Lowry will once again lead our Atlantic Puffins of Fair-isle trips in 2023. We have seen some fantastic award-winning images coming from this trip in past years. One guest, Sunil Gopalan, won the Animal Behaviour category in the British Wildlife Photography Awards with his dramatic photo taken on our 2017 trip.
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Photographing Shetland’s Puffins of Fair-Isle
Fair Isle is a truly unique place to photograph Shetland's Puffins. It's unspoiled, natural & very remote, which brings me to the first stage of this trip: getting to this tiny Island that sits between Shetland & Orkney! A solitary Puffin photographed during a NaturesLens Puffin photography holiday a solitary puffin on one of the headlands photographed during the natureslens shetland puffins of fair isle photography holiday It's a fantastic adventure to get to Fair Isle & ...
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Puffins of Skomer by Sue
Sue joined our Atlantic Puffins of Skomer Photography holiday in June & has very kindly sent in some of her images for us to share with you. With a beak full of sand eels this puffin poses for the classic Skomer image photographed during the NaturesLens Atlantic Puffins of Skomer Photography Holiday Coming in for a landing amongst the sea campion this puffin in flight makes for a classic puffin image photographed during the NaturesLens Atlantic Puffins of Skomer Photography Holiday The weather was quite challenging at times.
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John & Rosamund’s Shetland Puffins
John & Rosamund were just 2 of our guests on this year's trip to Fair Isle to photograph the iconic Atlantic Puffin. They were blessed with nearly perfect weather for the entirety of their trip which enabled them to get some fabulous images of the comical clowns of the sea. Rosamund said “It was a fantastic opportunity for photographing puffins: the colony is healthy & ...
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