Places to Visit for Wildlife and Landscape - Caithness

Name: Noss Head

Habitat type: Coast

What can I see there?

This small headland north of Wick is easily accessible and has sites of both wildlife and historical interest. Puffins and other seabirds can be found near the lighthouse and by the ancient Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles. There are also sea cliffs and other coastal features of interest such as caves and ‘geos’ which are steep-sided inlets formed when a sea cave or tunnel collapses. On misty autumnal days this site attracts birdwatchers looking for rare migrants.

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