Sothers Geos

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

Scotland

Sothers Geos

Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness
Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness Credit: Mike Pennington

Sothers Geos is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. It is classified as a headland due to its distinctive shape and position along the coastline. This headland extends out into the North Sea, forming a point that juts out into the water.

The geography of Sothers Geos is characterized by its steep cliffs, which rise dramatically from the sea. These cliffs are composed of rugged rocks and are often battered by the relentless waves of the North Sea. Due to its exposure to strong winds and rough waters, the headland is susceptible to erosion, resulting in the formation of caves and geos (narrow inlets or clefts) along its coastline.

Sothers Geos is an important feature for both wildlife and humans. It provides a natural habitat for various seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills, which nest on the cliff ledges. The headland is also a popular spot for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts who come to observe these diverse species in their natural environment.

For visitors, Sothers Geos offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the vast expanse of the North Sea. The headland can be accessed via coastal paths, and there are designated viewpoints that allow visitors to admire the rugged beauty of the cliffs and the crashing waves below.

Overall, Sothers Geos is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the power of nature and provides a haven for both wildlife and those seeking to connect with the raw beauty of the Shetland Islands.

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Sothers Geos Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.830473/-0.89493466 or Grid Reference HP6016. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness
Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness
Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness
Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness
Border dispute between Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness
Border dispute between Gannets (Morus bassana), Saito, Hermaness
Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis), Saito, Hermaness Part of the gannetry in the background.
Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis), Saito, Hermaness
Part of the gannetry in the background.
Walkers at Saito, Hermaness
Walkers at Saito, Hermaness
Gannets, Humla Stack, Hermaness
Gannets, Humla Stack, Hermaness
Admiring the view from Toolie, Hermaness
Admiring the view from Toolie, Hermaness
Stacks west of Hermaness Hill from Toolie
Stacks west of Hermaness Hill from Toolie
Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Toolie, Hermaness
Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Toolie, Hermaness
Hermaness from Toolie
Hermaness from Toolie
Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Toolie, Hermaness
Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Toolie, Hermaness
Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Toolie, Hermaness
Puffin (Fratercula arctica), Toolie, Hermaness
The Neap and Saito, Hermaness, from the sea
The Neap and Saito, Hermaness, from the sea
Common Guillemot (Uria aalge), Hermaness
Common Guillemot (Uria aalge), Hermaness
Burra Stack, Hermaness, from the sea
Burra Stack, Hermaness, from the sea
Stackingro, Hermaness, from the sea With Stackinshocka in the background.
Stackingro, Hermaness, from the sea
With Stackinshocka in the background.
Stackingro, Hermaness, from the sea
Stackingro, Hermaness, from the sea
Stackingro, Hermaness, from the sea
Stackingro, Hermaness, from the sea
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Sothers Geos is located at Grid Ref: HP6016 (Lat: 60.830473, Lng: -0.89493466)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///overcomes.educated.roaring. Near Haroldswick, Shetland Islands

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Lat/Long: 60.8296854/-0.8943464
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Lat/Long: 60.8308777/-0.8931367
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Tourism: attraction
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