Descripción
Sumburgh Head is located at the southern tip of mainland Shetland and is one of the most accessible seabird colonies in Britain. The cliffs surrounding the site are teeming with birds during the summer breeding season. Frailecillo Atlántico, Alca Común, Arao Común, Gaviota Tridáctila and Fulmar Boreal can all be found here. Ostrero Euroasiático, Chochín Común and Pardillo Piquigualdo are also commonly seen.
Detalles
Accesso
The reserve is on the southern-most tip of Mainland Shetland. About 2.5 km to Sumburgh Aiport.
Terreno y habitat
Mar , Brezales , Cañón/acantiladoCondiciones
RocosoCamino circular
No¿Se necesita telescopio?
Puede ser útilBuena época para el avistamiento de aves
Todo el añoMejor momento para visitar
Verano , PrimaveraRuta
Camino pavimentado , Camino estrechoCamino difícil de andar
FácilAccesible vía
A pie , CocheEscondite de observación / plataforma
NoInformación extra
Also keep watch for passing cetaceans such as minke whales, orcas and dolphins in the sea.
For more info see www.sumburghhead.com


