Black-legged kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) Defending it's nest, UK | Glenn Upton-Fletcher Wildlife Photography

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Black-legged kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) Defending it's nest, from passing rivals and opportunistic predators. In this case just warding of passing rivals. Preadators will follow the laying of eggs. Much noise is made along with dramatic gestures to convey the message.

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Black-legged kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) Defending it's nest, UK
Black-legged kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla) Defending it's nest, from passing rivals and opportunistic predators. In this case just warding of passing rivals. Preadators will follow the laying of eggs. Much noise is made along with dramatic gestures to convey the message.

Filename:	Black-legged kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla)_UFP1032RM.tiff
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Date:	17 May 2011
Location:	Firth Of Forth East Lothian Scotland
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Copyright:	©2013 Glenn Upton-Fletcher
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