Orkney's incredible native wildlife - Orkney Native Wildlife …
WEBOrkney supports nationally and internationally important populations of wildlife, some of which are extremely rare and declining across the rest of the British Isles. Located 10 miles north of mainland Scotland, Orkney is an archipelago of 70 islands, 20 of …
Orkney Wildlife - Learn what to look for and where: Wilderness …
WEBApr 20, 2018 · Wilderness guide and wildlife expert Cory Jones gives an insider's view on Orkney Wildlife. Learn about the thriving flora and fauna from one of Scotland's most remarkable and UNESCO recognised archipelagos.
Nature - Orkney.com
WEBOrkney has long been a haven for wildlife. Towering sea cliffs are home to thousands of birds – puffins, guillemots, gulls, gannets and kittiwakes can all be seen here – while our marshlands and sweeping moorlands are natural habitats for the likes of curlew, red-throated divers, hen harriers and other birds of prey.
Six of the best places for wildlife spotting in Orkney - The Scotsman
WEBFeb 22, 2019 · Orkney is a northerly paradise for birdwatchers and wildlife lovers with the islands thrumming with the sights, sounds and colours of nature all-year-round. Come spring, the island is...
Where to see Orca in Orkney: Whale Watching + Wildlife 2024
WEBSep 5, 2024 · A complete guide to Orkney Orca, Whale and Dolphin watching spots, as well as other wildlife you can see in the Orkney Islands, Scotland in 2024. An Orca (Killer Whale) Table of Contents. Interactive map of the best places to see cetaceans in Orkney. What kind of whales and dolphins can you see in Orkney? Are there orca in …
Wild Orkney in autumn
WEBSep 5, 2023 · It's one of the more elusive members of our wildlife community, so if you catch a glimpse of an Orkney otter this autumn, you know you've struck gold. September and October bring new cubs and you'll see them at play at hot spots around the islands whilst their mothers hunt for fish.
Orkney Native Wildlife Project
WEBThe Orkney Native Wildlife Project aims to safeguard the unique and internationally important native wildlife of Orkney by addressing the threat that invasive non-native stoats pose, as well as providing other community benefits.
WEBWith 600 miles of coastline, dramatic cliftops, crystal-clear waters, lush meadows, wetlands and moorland, Orkney’s unique landscape is home to seabird cities, eagles, otters, pufins, seals, orcas and a great deal more. Spring marks the point when much of …
Orkney Native Wildlife Project - NatureScot
WEBOrkney Native Wildlife Project. We plan to safeguard Orkney’s unique native wildlife by removing the invasive stoat population, which seriously threatens many species.
Hoy Nature Reserve, Orkney Islands, Scotland - The RSPB
WEBDiscover Hoy – a wild landscape that ranges from sweeping moorland to dramatic clifftops. An array of fascinating birds, from Fulmars, Puffins and Red-throated Divers, to Great Skuas, Hen Harriers and Stonechats make this their home. Wrap up warm and don't leave without a nod to the Old Man.