Gannet Chick (IMAGE)

University of Exeter

Gannet Chick

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An adult gannet is shown with its chick. The researchers also discovered that individual gannets can adjust their behavior depending on whether the vessel is actively fishing or not, and also based on the type of fishing gear carried.

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Alyn Walsh

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