WILDLIFE ON SKYE
We are based just off the inner Hebridean sea. These grade A waters lead out to the Atlantic ocean and up to the Arctic Circle. They are full of nutrient-rich plankton, fish, and other small foods such as krill. Whale migratory routes use this passageway to reach the Arctic for the summer months. During this time, young humpback whales, minke whales, and basking sharks like to feed here. Whilst also providing great fishing opportunities for Dolphins and seals!
Skye has an incredibly diverse amount of wildlife around its shores. With regular sightings of Minke Whales, humpback whales, Orcas and to the local pods of Dolphins. We’ve seen pods of Dolphins as large as 50+ around our shores.
We are extremely fortunate with sea birds. Around 60% of Europe’s Gannets are found in Scotland alone. There are many different species such as Cormorants, Fulmars, Great Skua, Guillemots, and Atlantic Puffins. Loch Bracadale hosts larger birds of prey. These include Golden and Sea Eagles that nest along the high cliffs of Talisker and Idrigill point.
Seals are located in the sound along with the small islands that lay in the area. With a couple of large colonies here, there’s plenty of opportunity to see them in and out the water!
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