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Blo Geo

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Shetland

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Blo Geo

Fetlar Gardens On Fetlar, sheep are everywhere - so vegetables were grown inside these little 'walled gardens' to protect them from the sheep.
Fetlar Gardens Credit: Anne Burgess

Blo Geo is a prominent coastal feature located in the Shetland Islands, an archipelago in Scotland. It is classified as a headland or point due to its distinctive shape and geographical characteristics. Situated on the west coast of the Mainland Shetland, Blo Geo is known for its rugged cliffs, rocky shoreline, and breathtaking views of the North Atlantic Ocean.

The headland is characterized by steep cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, reaching heights of up to 100 feet in some areas. These cliffs provide nesting grounds for various seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and fulmars, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts. The rocky shoreline is also home to a diverse array of marine life, such as seals, otters, and numerous species of fish.

Blo Geo offers visitors a chance to experience the raw beauty of Shetland's coastal landscape. It provides a vantage point from which to observe the powerful waves crashing against the cliffs and the constant interplay between land and sea. The headland is also a popular destination for hikers and walkers, with several trails and paths leading to and around the area.

In addition to its natural beauty, Blo Geo also holds historical significance. The headland is believed to have been used as a lookout point during World War II, providing a strategic vantage point for monitoring the surrounding waters for enemy activity.

Overall, Blo Geo is a captivating coastal feature that showcases the rugged beauty and rich biodiversity of the Shetland Islands. Its combination of dramatic cliffs, diverse wildlife, and historical importance make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Blo Geo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 60.583684/-0.82915921 or Grid Reference HU6489. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fetlar Gardens On Fetlar, sheep are everywhere - so vegetables were grown inside these little 'walled gardens' to protect them from the sheep.
Fetlar Gardens
On Fetlar, sheep are everywhere - so vegetables were grown inside these little 'walled gardens' to protect them from the sheep.
Burn flowing into Wick of Aith, Fetlar
Burn flowing into Wick of Aith, Fetlar
Aith Ness The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
Aith Ness
The cliffs below Gillis Field and the Head of Lambhoga are visible in the distance.
Rain Geese on Loch of Funzie, Fetlar Rain Goose is the local name for Red-throated Diver (Gavia stellata).
Rain Geese on Loch of Funzie, Fetlar
Rain Goose is the local name for Red-throated Diver (Gavia stellata).
Aithbank, Fetlar The house has since been refurbished as a camping booth.
Aithbank, Fetlar
The house has since been refurbished as a camping booth.
Aith Ness from Wick of Tresta
Aith Ness from Wick of Tresta
The Mires of Fundy - RSPB Reserve The view from the hide at the Mires of Fundy. All quiet on a sunny Spring evening although the red-necked phalaropes were thought to be resident.
The Mires of Fundy - RSPB Reserve
The view from the hide at the Mires of Fundy. All quiet on a sunny Spring evening although the red-necked phalaropes were thought to be resident.
Loch of Funzie exhortation A bird watcher was incensed having seen a Fetlar islander go fishing in his waders for trout in this section of Loch of Funzie. And despite the notice!! All for the protection of red-necked phalaropes, a bird uncommon in the UK but not so worldwide.
Loch of Funzie exhortation
A bird watcher was incensed having seen a Fetlar islander go fishing in his waders for trout in this section of Loch of Funzie. And despite the notice!! All for the protection of red-necked phalaropes, a bird uncommon in the UK but not so worldwide.
Loch of Funzie
Loch of Funzie
Unsurfaced track View along the non surfaced track near Aithbank.
Unsurfaced track
View along the non surfaced track near Aithbank.
Loch of Funzie View of the Loch of Funzie
Loch of Funzie
View of the Loch of Funzie
Lambs playing in the road Hand made road warning sign, "Lambs playing in the road".
Lambs playing in the road
Hand made road warning sign, "Lambs playing in the road".
Beadlet Anemone (Actinia equina), Wick of Aith
Beadlet Anemone (Actinia equina), Wick of Aith
Flat Periwinkle (Littorina obtusata), Wick of Aith
Flat Periwinkle (Littorina obtusata), Wick of Aith
Geo of Litlaland, Funzie Ness, Fetlar
Geo of Litlaland, Funzie Ness, Fetlar
Multi-coloured cliff, Bight of Raabis, Fetlar
Multi-coloured cliff, Bight of Raabis, Fetlar
Shags (Phalacrocorax aristotelis), Muckle Cupla, Fetlar
Shags (Phalacrocorax aristotelis), Muckle Cupla, Fetlar
Common Sea Urchin (Echinus esculentus), Wick of Aith, Fetlar Not usually seen above water, even at low tide.
Common Sea Urchin (Echinus esculentus), Wick of Aith, Fetlar
Not usually seen above water, even at low tide.
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Blo Geo is located at Grid Ref: HU6489 (Lat: 60.583684, Lng: -0.82915921)

Unitary Authority: Shetland Islands

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

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