Shetland: Hermaness
Hermaness is a national nature reserve located on the island of Unst in the Shetland Islands, Scotland. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including seabirds, seals, otters and whales. The reserve covers an area of about 800 hectares, and includes cliffs, moorland, lochs and offshore islands. Hermaness is one of the best places in Britain to see breeding seabirds, such as puffins, gannets, fulmars and kittiwakes. The reserve also hosts rare plants, such as the oysterplant and the Scottish primrose. Hermaness is open to visitors all year round, but access to some areas may be restricted during the breeding season.
