Gannet Colony on Grassy Cliff

A large colony of northern gannets occupies a grassy cliffside overlooking the ocean during golden hour, with many birds perched on the rocks and others flying above the water.

A photo of a northern gannet colony on Bonaventure Island, birds perched on grassy cliffs and flying over the ocean in golden hour light See more

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