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Bass Rock

Lothian, Scotland  >  United Kingdom

Offshore rocky island with the world's largest Alcatraz Atlántico colony. In the peak breeding season between June and August 150,000 birds populate the island.

Añadido* por Iain Crawford
Última actualización 20 noviembre 2024

Descripción

Sited in the Firth of Forth, rising 106 metres above sea level, Bass Rock could easily be mistaken for an iceberg from a distance. In fact, this immense carboniferous rock is given its white glaze by the thousands of Alcatraz Atlántico – 150,000 in the peak breeding season – that nest there. It is the largest Alcatraz Atlántico colony in the world. The colony is accessible in fair weather by boat from North Berwick harbour. In addition to Alcatraz Atlántico, during the crossing you may see shearwaters, Frailecillo Atlántico, Arao Común, Alca Común and seals. The latin name for Alcatraz Atlántico, sula bassana, derives from this location.

Detalles

Accesso

By inflatable boat from Scottish Seabird Centre or rigid craft from Sula boats, both on North Berwick harbour. The boats do not land on the island. The trip is 5 km each way. Typical price £27 adult, £12 child. The Scottish Seabird Centre also offers exclusive Bass Rock landing trips for £135 Per person called Bass Rock Experience. See links below.

Terreno y habitat

Cañón/acantilado , Mar

Condiciones

Montañoso

Camino circular

No

¿Se necesita telescopio?

No

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Primavera

Mejor momento para visitar

Primavera

Camino difícil de andar

Accesible vía

Barco

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

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