Arran's Birds

With so many resident species, Arran is an ideal place for birdwatching. Along the coast you will find a wide variety of birds, including Divers, Black Guillemot, Gannet and Eider. The mountains are home to a range of majestic birds of prey; Buzzard, Peregrine Falcon, Hen Harrier, Sparrowhawk and, occasionally, a soaring Golden Eagle. Whilst in the hills, also keep an eye open for the very rare Ptarmigan, a bird at the very south of its range. If you see a Ptarmigan please contact the NTS Rangers (01770 302462). For free weekly guided nature walks, please contact RSPB Scotland's Arran Information Officer.

For lots more info go to:   www.arranbirding.co.uk     For festival bird events:  Birds

Thanks to Arran Birding for images

Gannets by A Hay (rspb-images.com)