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Description
The Isle of Colonsay is an island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland and measures 13 kilometres in length and reaches 5 km at its widest point. Because the range of habitats Colonsay is good for birding at almost any time of year. Sea cliffs containing Common Guillemot, Black Guillemot, Northern Fulmar and Kittiwake. Bays which can hold three species of divers. Woodland with a range of raptors including White-tailed Eagle, Golden Eagle and Hen Harrier. Farmland birds including Corn Crake and Twite. Also bays and tidal waters containing shore birds. In winter an internationally important area for Barnacle Goose.
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Access
Access to the island via 4 hour ferry from Oban, Scotland, which in itself is often good for observing sea birds. Accommodation can be found on the island, ranging from hotel, bed and breakfast, bunk house and self-catering accommodation. Sites can be visited by car, bike or foot.