Nature in Orkney

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NATURE IN ORKNEY

Nature lovers are drawn to Orkney because of the abundance of birds and marine wildlife that inhabit the islands throughout the year. Wildlife is everywhere in Orkney, oystercatcher wading in the wetland meadows, short-eared owls staring at passers-by from the roadside fence-posts, grey and common seals basking on the rocky skerries, while whales, dolphins and porpoises can be spotted in coastal waters in summer, and hundreds of thousands of breeding seabirds can be seen congregating on vertical cliffs.

Mammals or birds, ocean or land creatures, there is sure to be something to interest you. Why not try out the professional guiding services that are available, as there is something to suit everyone whether it is a personalised photography or wildlife tour or an exhilarating wildlife cruise on a speedboat

Birdwatching

Orkney's 70 islands are internationally renowned for their excellent bird-watching, but the sheer number of birds which the islands support makes it one of the premier all-season British destinations. The RSPB owns leases or manages over 8,000 hectares of land in Orkney, in the interests of protecting important breeding grounds and conserving habitat

Mammals

Find yourself watching curious Grey and Common seals, look out for dolphins, porpoises or whales passing through our waters, wait patiently for a shy otter, hear the rustle of the unique Orkney vole or see a pair of handsome hares boxing and gambolling in the Spring.
Orkney's wildlife enjoys the unspoilt environment with the relative lack of disturbance and ample feeding grounds. With continued care and respect, we hope our wildlife will continue to flourish.

Flora

Orkney’s diverse ranges of habitats are good for plants as well as wildlife, and a wide range of wild flowers bloom each year in the islands. The rare Primula Scotica, Coltsfoot, Marsh Marigold and Celandine which are followed by Primroses, Violets, Speedwell, and Flag Irises.

Orkney Isles

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