Rubha Dubh

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Inverness-shire

Scotland

Rubha Dubh

Double Rainbow at Seilebost Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Rubha Dubh, located in Inverness-shire, Scotland, is a prominent coastal feature known for its stunning headland and point. Situated on the western coast of the Scottish Highlands, Rubha Dubh offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the vast Atlantic Ocean.

With its rocky cliffs and rugged terrain, Rubha Dubh is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The headland boasts an impressive elevation, providing visitors with panoramic vistas of the ocean and the distant horizon. The jagged coastline is adorned with lush vegetation, including heather and wildflowers, adding to the area's natural beauty.

The point at Rubha Dubh is a popular spot for birdwatching, as it serves as a nesting ground for various seabirds. Visitors can spot species such as gannets, fulmars, and shags, among others, effortlessly gliding through the air or perched on the cliff edges. The coastal waters surrounding Rubha Dubh are also known for their abundance of marine life, making it an ideal location for fishing and diving enthusiasts.

Apart from its natural attractions, Rubha Dubh is steeped in history. The area is scattered with remnants of ancient settlements and archaeological sites, giving visitors a glimpse into the lives of the people who once inhabited this rugged coastal region.

In summary, Rubha Dubh is a captivating coastal feature in Inverness-shire, boasting a breathtaking headland and point. With its stunning views, diverse wildlife, and rich history, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Rubha Dubh Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.870123/-6.9068992 or Grid Reference NG0997. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Double Rainbow at Seilebost

Sandy Gerrard

Coastline of Harris

Ralph Greig

Coast of Harris

Ralph Greig

TrÃ igh Losgaintir

Looking across the beach from the south side of the estuary.

M J Richardson

TrÃ igh Losgaintir and Taransay

Looking west to the island of Taransay, beyond the dunes of Luskentyre.

M J Richardson

Abhainn Gil an TÃ illeir runs through TrÃ igh Losgaintir

The burn draining An Coileach runs into the estuary. Beyond is the rocky land of Frith Losgaintir.

M J Richardson

Frith Losgaintir

Seen from across the head of the Luskentyre estuary. Note the foreground covered with lugworm casts NG0897 : Lugworm casts at Luskentyre.

M J Richardson

Lugworm casts at Luskentyre

Lugworms [polychaete worms - Arenicola marina] live in U-shaped, mucus lined burrows in sand. The depressions in the sand mark the entrance to a burrow, where sand is taken in; after processing to extract nutrients the sand is excreted as a cast at the other end. They occurred in abundance in the sands near the head of the Luskentyre estuary NG0897 : Frith Losgaintir.

M J Richardson

Marks in the sand at Luskentyre

Caused by the siphons of a bivalve mollusc, the Peppery Furrow Shell [Scrobicularia plana]. Digging down would reveal the animals at the centre of the radiating depressions left by the inhalant and exhalant tubes.

M J Richardson

TrÃ igh Losgaintir

Looking west, across the estuary of Losgaintir, with the isle of Taransay/Tarasaigh in the distance.

M J Richardson

TrÃ igh Losgaintir

Looking out over the estuary. A wide estuary, but not created by any large rivers - the catchment from An Coileach and four other small peaks is fairly small.

M J Richardson

The road from Luskentyre

With the upper reaches of the estuary beyond.

M J Richardson

Rocky coast at Luskentyre

Looking south east across the estuary to the hills of Harris.

M J Richardson

The head of the Luskentyre estuary

Looking south, across to buildings on the south shore, associated with a trout fishery on Loch Fincastle, which is out of sight on the left. For a reciprocal view see Mike Pennington's picture NG0997 : Loch Fincastle, Luskentyre.

M J Richardson