Skomer Island in Wales is celebrating a record-breaking 43,626 puffins, a remarkable contrast to the global decline of the species.
The island's isolation from mainland threats, including predators and human disturbance, provides a safe haven for these seabirds.
Abundant fish supplies and the absence of predators contribute to the exceptionally high breeding success rates observed on Skomer.
While celebrating this success, conservationists stress the continued vulnerability of puffins and the importance of ongoing protective measures.
