Descrição
Running for around three kilometres along the coast, Fowlsheugh is part of a wider SPA designated for its number of seabirds. It lies within two SSSIs – the main one, Fowlsheugh SSSI, is a 1.8km length of sheer 30 to 60-metre cliffs, with a narrow strip of clifftop grasslands. The second, a section of the cliff at the southern end, is included within Crawton Bay SSSI.
The largest mainland seabird colony on the east coast of Scotland, this impressive seabird colony contains populations of some of Scotland’s most iconic and favourite birds including Arau-comum , Torda-mergulheira , Gaivota-tridáctila and a small numbers of Papagaio-do-mar. Offshore, seals, dolphins and other cetaceans contribute to the unique and stunning nature of Fowlsheugh.
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Acesso
The reserve is 3 miles (4.8 km) south of Stonehaven. On the A92 heading south from Stonehaven, take the turning on the left signed for Crawton. The reserve car park is just before the end of this road; car parking facilities are limited, and unsuitable for coaches or caravans. Please do not park in the passing places.
