22nd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Razorbill

A close-up image of a razorbill reveals the striking details of this seabird’s sleek and distinctive features. Its jet-black body is contrasted by a sharp, white line running along its face and throat, which accentuates the bird’s bold appearance. The razorbill’s elongated, stout beak is one of its most defining traits, with a serrated edge that hints at its adeptness at catching fish. The texture of its feathers is visible, showing the dense, glossy black plumage that helps it glide through the sea. Its dark eyes gleam with an intelligent, watchful expression, set against the contrast of its pale face.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 05.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2024
Photo Location: United Kingdom
Camera: ILCE-1
Copyright: © Miles Hewitt-Boorman