Iceland
Iceland is one of Europe’s most distinctive destinations for bird photography, with its isolated position in the North Atlantic resulting in a birdlife strongly influenced by both Europe and North America. There are several species of North American origin that are otherwise difficult to find in Europe. Early June falls at the height of the breeding season, when large numbers of seabirds and waterfowl are present and the long hours of daylight provide excellent opportunities for photography.
This gallery contains photographs from a single trip to Iceland, starting in Reykjavík and continuing north towards the northeastern corner of the country, with much of the photography concentrated along the west coast. The route passed through a varied landscape of fjords, volcanic terrain, wetlands and open coastal areas, providing opportunities to photograph both Iceland's characteristic landscapes and birdlife. Particular focus was given to Harlequin Duck, Common Loon and Barrow's Goldeneye, three species that breed in Iceland but nowhere else in Europe and are among the main attractions for bird photographers visiting the country.
