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Descrizione
Inishbofin is a scenic island with plenty of birding opportunities throughout the year and is well worth a day or weekend trip. The southern section of the island is mainly composed of agricultural land and this is where multiple pairs of breeding Re di quaglie are found, thanks to traditional farming methods and strong local conservation initatives. If staying overnight, you will most likely hear them from the bed, especially from the Inishbofin hostel/camp site and Dolphin Hotel! Other species that breed in this part of the island include Pavoncella, Beccaccino and Allodola.
The northern section of the island is more rugged, hilly and interspersed with pools of varying sizes. The coastline is also more dramatic, with steep cliffs, blow holes and sea stacks present. Corriere grosso, Piro piro piccolo, Beccaccia di mare and Culbianco breed in this part of the island. On the cliffs and sea stacks, there are Fulmaro and Marangone dal ciuffo breeding. The nest holes of Berta minore atlantica can be seen in a few locations in the northern section of the island and the birds may be seen or heard if visiting after sunset. There are also wild Piccione selvatico that still breed on the cliffs and sea caves. Gracchio corallino can also be found here, particularly in the north-western part of the island. In the winter, a significant flock of wintering Oca facciabianca can be seen on the island or commuting to nearby Inishshark Island.
Inishbofin is also famous for its rarities that turn up during spring and autumn migration and make it a go to destination for many birders at that time of year. During spring migration, Tortora selvatica, Rigogolo and Upupa have been recorded on multiple occasions in recent years. Similarly, Luì boreale, Bigia padovana, Luì forestiero, Torcicollo, Zigolo della Lapponia and Ciuffolotto scarlatto have been recorded recently during autumn migration. The last few autumn migrations on the island have produced some impressive North American species, including Alder Flycatcher, Baltimore Oriole, Blackpoll Warbler, Black and White Warbler and Tennessee Warbler!
Dettagli
Accesso
Inishbofin can be accessed by the ferry that runs between Cleggan and the island multiple times a day throughout the year. There is car parking available at Cleggan or its possible to get a bus there from Galway City. Once on the island, its possible to rent bicycles near the pier. The island can be explored through the many roads and trails that wind across the island and there are multiple accomodation options if planning to stay for more than one day.
Terreno e habitat
Alberi e cespugli sparsi , Terreni coltivati , Spiaggia , Lago , Stagno , Canyon/scogliera , MareCaratteristiche dell’area
Terreno piano , Collinoso , RocciosoPercorso ad anello
SiÈ utile un cannocchiale?
Può essere utileBuona stagione per il BW
Tutto l'annoMiglior periodo per visitare
Migrazione primaverile , Migrazione autunnale , EstatePercorso
Strada asfaltata , Sentiero ampio , Strada sterrata , Sentiero strettoGrado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi
FacileModalità di accesso
A piedi , Bicicletta , Sedia a rotelleCapanno/torretta di osservazione
NoInformazioni aggiuntive
A birdwatching tour package is available with the Dolphin Hotel, usually taking place in the summer months (see link below)
Link
- Ebird for Inishbofin
- Ferry Timetable
- Birdwatching breaks with the Dolphin Hotel
- Inishbofin Hostel and campsite