Sgeir na Muirsgian

Island in Ross-shire

Scotland

Sgeir na Muirsgian

Loch Nighe at Cromore The sealoch beyond is Loch Erisort. — Loch Nighe at Cromore Credit: Alan Reid

Sgeir na Muirsgian, also known as the Muirgsian Skerry, is a small uninhabited island located off the coast of Ross-shire, in the Highlands of Scotland. Situated in the Inner Sound, this rocky islet is part of the Western Isles archipelago.

Covering an area of approximately 0.1 hectares, Sgeir na Muirsgian is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain. The island is mostly barren, with sparse vegetation and no significant wildlife population. It is mainly composed of ancient volcanic rock formations, which contribute to its unique and striking appearance.

Due to its remote location and limited accessibility, Sgeir na Muirsgian is not a popular tourist destination. However, it is occasionally visited by birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts looking to observe seabirds such as gannets and guillemots, which use the island as a breeding ground. The surrounding waters also attract seals and occasionally dolphins, providing a glimpse of marine life in the area.

The island's name, Sgeir na Muirsgian, is Gaelic for "Skerry of the Fingerling." This name likely refers to the finger-like shape of the island, which stretches out into the sea.

Overall, Sgeir na Muirsgian offers a rugged and untouched natural landscape, making it an intriguing location for those seeking solitude and a glimpse of Scotland's wild beauty.

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Sgeir na Muirsgian Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.111438/-6.4273807 or Grid Reference NB3922. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Loch Nighe at Cromore

The sealoch beyond is Loch Erisort.

Loch Dubh at Cromore

Loch Chromor

Loch Chromor

Stangraidh, Isle of Lewis

The rocks from which the photo was taken, the channel and approximately three quarters of the island lie within the grid square. The snout of a nosy seal can just be seen at the left hand end of the channel.

Claire Pegrum

Wall, Loch nam Bodach, Isle of Lewis

From Link

:"Situated on the north-western shore of Loch nam Bodach the remains of this wall run for 9 metres from west to east before turning south and running out into the loch for a further 3 metres. They are constructed entirely of stone, but terminate by a wooden post that might provide an aid for a person boarding a boat or for mooring a boat to a jetty".

Claire Pegrum

Dun Cromore

There is a significant portion of wall still standing.

Rob Burke

Croft at TÃ²b Cromore

Alan Reid

The Old School, Cromore

Alan Reid

Crobeg from Meall na MÃ²ine

Alan Reid

TÃ²b Cromore

Alan Reid

Loch Chromor

There is a Dun or fort at the far end of this Loch close to the village of Cromore. Parts of Loch Erisort (sealoch) can be seen in the distance as can the Hill Roineval 281m on the far left horizon.

JJM