Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Nests and Ropes

 


Little did I know how difficult nest building would be. Granted, I didn't have to pick out the sticks, ropes, and small buoys and fly in with the material, but it is a challenge to paint them. 
 
Northern Gannets are pretty amazing birds. While their wingspan of over 70 inches is impressive, it is their diving ability which I find remarkable. With waterproof feathers and various anatomical adaptations they can dive as deep as 72 feet! Most dives are much shallower, but 72 feet - wow!
 
 
 

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