An adult Gannet with pure white plumage and just back wing primary feathers glides along the cliff face at Bempton.

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An adult Gannet with pure white plumage and just back wing primary feathers glides along the cliff face at Bempton. This RSPB Reserve is one of the best places to witness these spectacular birds at close quarters

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Size: 6000px × 4118px
Location: Bempton Cliffs, Yorkshire, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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