Red throated diver, summer plumage, wing flapping

Yell RSPB reserve, comprising Lumbister, Black Park and Kirkabister, is important as part of a Site of Special Scientific Interest for its geology.

The islands consist of mainly blanket bog with coastal grassland and heath. Important breeding birds include red-throated divers and storm petrels. The area also supports an important population of breeding otters.

Contact information

East Scotland Regional Office
10 Albyn Terrace
Aberdeen
AB10 1YP
Telephone: 01224 624824

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Important note

This site is one of several that due to its size, location and/or conservation sensitivity is not capable of accommodating large numbers of visitors (unless stated).

Where possible, we have indicated the nearest equivalent RSPB nature reserve suitable for visiting. If you require further information, please use the contact details provided.

This does not affect any statutory rights of access under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act or Land Reform (Scotland) Act legislation.

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