Wildlife Safari!

The Outer Hebrides is absolutely teeming with wildlife, some of which you wouldn't believe you could see in Scotland. From sharks and dolphins to golden eagles and corncrakes: we have them all! This section provides a brief overview of the wildlife that you can spot in the islands and is split into sections to makes things easier.

You can search for your favourite bird to see if it has been recorded in the isles on our Birdlife section...

Find out what species roam the seas that surround the Hebrides before you stick your toe in the water. For everything you need to know about cetaceans and where to spot them, see our Marine Life section...

There are so many other animals in the islands that are just as exotic and wonderful to spot, see our Other Wildlife section....

If you are wondering when the best time is to see different types of wildlife, have a look at the Seasonal Wildlife guide. The winter months are surprisingly busy on the wildlife front!

The wild flowers which festoon our machairs and moors are one of the most beautiful characteristics of the wild Hebrides. For a brief introduction to the different types of flora the Hebrides have to offer click here...

Lastly, Wildlife Chronicles holds personal accounts of moving and exciting encounters with our wildlife, and a range of wildlife feature articles.