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Puffins of Skomer by Sue

Published on November 16, 2018

Illuminated By The Softer Evening Light This Puffin Poses For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday

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. During their time on Skomer Island, our group experienced rain, wind & fog as well as the occasional sunshine; but Sue made the most of the weather conditions & came back with some strong shots.


A Sleeping Puffin With Its Head Tucked Amongst Its Feathers Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
Illuminated By The Softer Evening Light This Puffin Poses For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
One Of Skomers Puffins Poses For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday




I love these two images in particular. The first is such an intimate portrait while the second shows off the puffin’s quirky & comical nature. I think that the second image beautifully illustrates why the puffin is such an endearing little bird & loved by so many.


A Close Up Of A Puffin With Its Head Tucked Amongst Its Feathers Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
A Peeking Puffin Amongst The Long Grasses Of The Wick This Puffin Poses For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday




The target species on Skomer is the puffin, but the island is home to many other bird species such as the Manx Shearwater, Razorbills & gulls.


A Pair Of Skomers Razorbills Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
A Peeking Gull Amongst The Long Grasses Of The Wick Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday




We often get asked the difference between our June & July trips to Skomer. The two trips actually offer different aspects of their behaviour. June is generally about courting & nest building, whereas July, due to the arrival or imminent arrival of the chicks, there is a lot more fetching of sand-eels. This is why our guests often book one trip & then in a subsequent year do the second trip!


Gathering Nesting Material Amongst The Sea Campion This Puffin Poses For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
Reaffirming Their Bonds This Pair Of Puffins Makes For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
With A Beak Full Of Sand Eels One Of Skomers Puffins Poses For The Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday




Aside from the impressive photographic opportunities, our Skomer trips are also popular for their social aspect. In past years, many of our guests have formed great friendships & this year was no different.



Our guides are always on hand to provide tuition & advice on how to achieve your shots. I think the most popular question is how to nail birds in flight. The puffins are like bullets – small & fast, but with 4 nights on the island, there is plenty of time to practice!


Soaring Above The Burrows This Puffin With A Beak Full Of Sand Eels Makes For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
Standing Amongst The Sea Campion This Puffin Poses For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
This Puffin In Flight Makes For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday




This was Sue’s first trip with us & when she got back she said: “I had such a wonderful time & can’t wait to go on my next NaturesLens trip”. Thanks to Sue for sharing her wonderful images with us. See you again in January for the Dalmatian Pelicans!


Coming In For A Landing Amongst The Sea Campion This Puffin In Flight Makes For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
Standing Amongst The Sea Campion With A Beak Full Of Sand Eels This Puffin Poses For A Classic Skomer Image Photographed During The Natureslens Atlantic Puffins Of Skomer Photography Holiday
  • NaturesLens wildlife photography holidays are structured around photographic opportunity — every schedule decision is made around light, behaviour, & access.
  • Small groups of 4–8 photographers ensure unhurried positions & individual guidance.
  • Single occupancy accommodation is included as standard across the majority of our trips.