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Description
Oronsay is a remote island that is cut off by tide, that gives a real sense of isolation. Range of habitat including farmland managed for ruisrääkkä, islands and skerries with good numbers of terns, and internationally important area for wintering valkoposkihanhi.
Details
Access
Access from the Isle of Colonsay (see separate entry on Birdingplaces) via The Stand possible only at low tide (see link to tides table below). Information on safe crossing times can be obtained at the post office in Scalasaig.
Terrain and Habitat
Mountain , Grassland , Moors/heathland , Sea , Beach , Agriculture , DunesConditions
Hilly , Wet , High water possibleCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
All year roundBest time to visit
Spring , SummerRoute
Wide path , Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Reserve managed by the RSPB. Please keep to paths, especially in breeding season. Also breeding colony of Grey Seals.