In the latter case, the curious birds either jumped down from the perch and walked around the barrier to have a look or leapt on top of it and peered over.

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About five or six other people leapt out when it was about 30m (100ft) off the ground, he added.

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Once or twice, one of the animals leapt from the water, hovering momentarily before diving gracefully back into the sea.

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The directors of the new board he chairs have leapt as many as six or eight levels in the hierarchy, and are thus regarded by many as unprepared for the task of running the company.

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Luna says another group, which has just 10 or 12 years in, were eligible for the biggest payout and leapt at it.

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Normally the Eonia, or main refinancing rate, will sit at around 4.1%, but on Wednesday night it leapt to 4.6%.

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