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On Unst the number of Arctic Skuas have reduced because of the pressure from the Great Skuas although they were still quite common. Near to Hermaness we found a regular bathing spot for Arctic Skuas so we used a hide for the only time on the trip and provided we stayed in it the strong winds didn't blow it away!.
A PALE PHASE ARCTIC SKUA BATHING
A DARK PHASE ARCTIC SKUA BATHING
A CAPSIZED ARCTIC SKUA!