Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) dead adult, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea
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Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) dead adult, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea
Northern Gannet (Morus bassanus) dead adult, washed ashore after contamination from polyisobutene oil additive at sea, affecting waterproof coating and ability to float, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, April 2013
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Oops, I think I spilled my oil additive! This Northern Gannet seems to have had a little too much of a slippery situation. Talk about a bad hair day for this feathered friend! The poor gannet washed ashore after an unfortunate encounter with polyisobutene oil additive at sea. It looks like the waterproof coating and ability to float were definitely affected by this unexpected contamination. This photo captured the aftermath in Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England back in April 2013. It's a stark reminder of the environmental impact that marine pollution can have on our precious wildlife. It's not every day you see such an unusual beach find – a bird turned into an accidental art installation! But let's remember that behind the humor lies a serious issue. Our actions can have devastating consequences for these beautiful creatures who call our coastal shores home. So next time you're out enjoying the English Channel or Atlantic waters, be mindful of what substances you introduce into their habitat. Let's keep our beaches clean and protect these amazing animals from harm! And as for this unlucky gannet? Well, it serves as a poignant reminder that even in death, nature continues to teach us valuable lessons about conservation and responsibility.
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