Skomer island just off the Pembrokeshire coast is a beautiful island that prides itself on its stunning scenery, amazing birdlife and being a nature reserve, important research on what's on, in and under its sea. There are lots of seriously knowlegeable folk living on there doing good.
However, the big draw at this time of year are the puffins. That was the only reason we were there. All my life I have wanted to see one close up and I was beyond excited to see them. They are only in Skomer till around August when they fly out to sea having done their nesting bit.
What amazing birds they are. I have to confess to shedding tears when I saw them. I say tears plural because there were literally thousands of them and it was overwhelming to have a dream come true. They are ridiculously photogenic, have bags of character and gave zero f&*ks about the likes of us literally staring in awe at their antics.
The number of long and very expensive camera lenses pointing at them was a sight to behold too. It felt like a royal photocall or a celebrity film premiere given the paparazzi style kit on show. I couldn't think of a better subject to photograph but my goodness!
I know Mat took some good shots and I may have taken a couple of decent ones with my other camera but enjoy the phone ones below until these are uploaded.
In other news, I completed another 5 miles today walking around Skomer island. I may have fallen over in the process after tripping over a hole but I'm pleased with my progress anyway.
Just think what I would be capable of once all this cancer sh%t is over?!? Puffins are the new inspiration.
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