In pictures: Maximus the gannet

Maximus, the gannet chick, was abandoned by his parents about five days ago

Gannet chicks are unable to fly until they are about 13-weeks-old

Maggie Sheddan, Scottish Seabird Centre Bass Rock guide, helped in the bird's rescue

The bird put up a bit of a struggle, which experts said was a good sign it still had some energy reserves

Gannets live for about 37 years

The egg was laid in August and Maximus the gannet hatched in September

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