Kittiwake in Flight

Kittiwake captured mid flight with the afternoon sunshine glistening off the water, creating a beautiful bokeh effect.  These stunning birds are often overlooked in favour of the crowd pleasers, but for me their bright white plumage and red rimmed eyes make them just as interesting!

About Kittiwakes:

The kittiwake is a member of the gull family and a summer visitor to our shores. After breeding season is over these gentle looking birds head out to sea to spend the entire winter out on the open Atlantic ocean!