Birdik

Island in Shetland

Scotland

Birdik

Fethaland (1) This is Fethaland, a long-abandoned haaf fishing settlement located at the extreme north of Shetland&#039;s mainland. (See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/shetland-blog/haaf-fishing-in-shetland/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/shetland-blog/haaf-fishing-in-shetland/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ) — Fethaland (1) Credit: Carroll Pierce

Birdik is a small island located in the Shetland archipelago, which is situated off the northeastern coast of Scotland. It is one of the 100 islands that make up the Shetland group, and it covers an area of around 2 square kilometers.

The island is predominantly composed of rugged cliffs and rolling hills, offering stunning views of the surrounding North Sea. The landscape is characterized by lush greenery, heather-covered moorlands, and small freshwater lochs. Birdik is home to a diverse range of bird species, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Due to its remote location and lack of permanent inhabitants, Birdik remains largely untouched by human activity. There are no buildings or facilities on the island, making it a tranquil and unspoiled natural haven. Visitors can access Birdik via boat, and there are regular tours organized to explore the island's wildlife and natural wonders.

In addition to its rich birdlife, Birdik is also known for its marine biodiversity. The surrounding waters are abundant in fish, seals, and occasionally, whales. The island serves as an important breeding ground and sanctuary for various species, contributing to the conservation efforts in the region.

Overall, Birdik offers a unique opportunity to experience the raw beauty of the Shetland Islands. Its untouched landscapes, diverse wildlife, and peaceful atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a genuine connection with nature.

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Birdik Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.628061/-1.3439179 or Grid Reference HU3694. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fethaland (1)

This is Fethaland, a long-abandoned haaf fishing settlement located at the extreme north of Shetland's mainland. (See Link

)

Carroll Pierce

Fethaland (2)

This is Fethaland, a long-abandoned haaf fishing community at the very extreme north of Shetland's mainland (see Link

). The stone-lined hollows in the foreground are boat-shaped storage spaces used to house the fishing vessels outside season.

Carroll Pierce

The Isle of Fethaland

This is the most northerly point on Shetland Mainland. It is usually 'not an island', but it can become one if the winds or tides are adverse. It is a walk of about 3.5 km from the nearest road, the north end of the A970, but the track must be reasonable as the lighthouse is clearly reachable by some vehicles. The pyramidal rock to the left is Yellow Stack. (Perhaps they used Pepsodent?) Beyond it is Gruney, an island with a lighthouse (centre) not recorded on OS maps, with the Ramna Stacks on its left. To the right is the northern part of Yell.

Michael Earnshaw

Fethaland

Ruins at the north tip of Mainland Shetland.

Alan Reid

Isle of Fethaland

The 'Isle' beyond the isthmus is currently a peninsula. No doubt spring tides and storm force winds would make it seem more island-like.

Alan Reid

Sheep pens at Breibister

And the pens were in use. The shepherd said that after the prolonged dry spell his sheep "were scouring and he needed to drench them." His two sheep dogs worked beautifully to gather the flock. The following day they were all to be on the ferry to Aberdeen for sheep dog trials.

Gordon Brown

Sheep pens at Breibister

And the pens were in use. The shepherd said that after the prolonged dry spell his sheep "were scouring and he needed to drench them." His two sheep dogs worked beautifully to gather the flock. The following day shepherd and dogs were all to be on the ferry to Aberdeen for sheep dog trials.

Gordon Brown

The Point of Fethaland light

This is a white/red sector light flashing white/red every 15 seconds. The black 'boxes' seen in the photo control the direction in which the light shows red and the direction in which it shows white. A full description is here Link

Gordon Brown