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Linlithgow Loch

Lothian, Scotland  >  United Kingdom

Linlithgow Loch was formed over 10,000 years ago by a retreating glacier and is one of only two natural lowland lochs in the Lothians.

Added* by Michael Lyon
Most recent update 12 ноември 2024

Description

Designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, Linlithgow Loch is noted for its emergent aquatic plant species and for its wildfowl. Of particular interest are populations of breeding мал нуркач and цуцулест нуркач, which can be seen all year round. The Loch also support some of the largest flocks of црна лиска, црвеноклун лебед and цуцулест кожувар to be found in the Lothians. In winter this population is joined by црвеноглав кожувар, четириока патка and дива гуска.

Details

Access

Linlithgow Loch lies immediately north of the town of Linlithgow. There are several car parks close to the lake. Click on a P in the map for directions. Car park by Palace locked in the evening, other gates remain open. A circular walk around the lake is about 2,3 miles (4 km).

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , Reedbeds , Lake

Conditions

Flat , Open landscape

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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