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Last published: 03/10/2008 17:22:16
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Beach, RSPB Onziebust reserve, Egilsay, Orkney - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 2000_1045_009 )
Family having fun on a walk - Getty Images
Puffins on Isle of May nature reserve - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1009614)
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)