Visiting the Bass Rock, Scotland, is an incredible experience. The sounds and smells are continuous, but every now and then you find a little piece of

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Visiting the Bass Rock, Scotland, is an incredible experience. The sounds and smells are continuous, but every now and then you find a little piece of calm amongst the colony. This adult and chick provided a moment of calm, looking back towards the mainland from their rock in the sea.

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Location: Bass Rock, UK
Photo credit: © Danni Thompson / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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