They look odd on land because they sit low down on their feet rather than perching high up on their toes.
They are noisy and strangely attentive.
I feel like I’ve been allowed an audience with strange alien beings.
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Mallimack surpriseThe Fulmars on Westray are littering the coast with their ungainly earthly forms, as well as flying effortlessly along the… read more
A Scootie Allan attacking a MallimackA Scootie Allan attacking a Mallimack. An Arctic Skua attacking a Fulmar. A Stercorarius parasiticus attacking a Fulmarus glacialis. Dramatic, isn't… read more
Mallimack lifeFulmars are my favourite birds to watch flying. They have an effortless confidence on the wind, and glide with stiff… read more
One dramatic eveningIt's a dramatic evening, already quite dark, yet this Fulmar is still flying. The sun is lighting up the high… read more
MallimacksWe're aboard the Ailsa Jane and I'm taking advantage of the creel boat having a very low side where the… read more
Alternative nesting sitesOn the cliffs of Westray are two Fulmar resting places. They're both in the north-end of the island. One is… read more