In 1973 a young biologist hatched a plan to bring a charismatic seabird back to Maine. It was the start of a five-decade scientific adventure that would ultimately revolutionize seabird restoration.
Though Eastern Egg Rock is protected from humans, for three months during nesting season, four researchers live and work to care for the puffin population.
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