A powerful waterfall cascades through a vibrant green forest in Ireland.
Aasleagh Falls are one of the hazards that Atlantic salmon face on their way home up the Erriff River. They have to negotiate rapids and rocks, face the temptation of fishermen's salmon flies and the risk of a hungry otter.
Young salmon spend up to three years in the river before making for the rich feeding grounds off Norway and Greenland. Up to four years later, they return to their home river to spawn guided by the river's smell and unique magnetic signature. Only the very strong and lucky survive to make a second Atlantic journey.
Source: Wild Atlantic Way informational sign on site.
Aasleagh, Srahatloe, County Mayo, Ireland
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