Rock Ptarmigan
This time of year, Rock Ptarmigan can be seen coming out of pure white winter plumage and transitioning into brown summer plumage. There were quite a few perched up on rocks and mounds, and plucking out their white feathers .. Males have a Scarlet Comb above their eyes during breeding season.
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Country Iceland
Location Widespread
Gender Male
Age Adult
Activity Preening, Territorial Display
- Created Timestamp05/22/2026 13:06:45
- CameraILCE-7RM5
- Iso250
Rock Pt. is an Award Worthy shot if I ever saw one. Great composition – love how the comb picks up the color of the algae.
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