Gannet Colony, Great Saltee Bird Reserve, The Saltee Islands, County Wexford, Ireland

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Great Saltee, one of the Saltee Islands, privately owned by the Neale family and one of the world's major bird sanctuaries. Situated approximately 5 kilometers off the coast of Kilmore Quay in County Wexford, Ireland. A haven for sea birds, nurturing seabirds like Gannet, Gulls, Puffins and Manx Shearwaters. They also lie on an important migratory route and a popular stopping-off place for spring and autumn migrants.

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Location: The Saltee Islands, County Wexford, Ireland
Photo credit: © George Munday / Alamy / Afripics
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