The Great Auk

Category: Sense of Place

 

Photo and caption by Robert Leaper

On 3 July 1844, the last two confirmed Auks were killed on Eldey, off the coast of Iceland, which also eliminated the last known breeding attempt. This statue commemorates the Great Auk.

Location: Iceland

 

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