June 9th, 2008 Posted in Bird Watching Vacation | No Comments »
Are you a bird watching enthusiast? Are you looking for a new, fascinating landscape to explore while enjoying your hobby? How about Mull, Scotland? Populated by many of Scotland’s most interesting species of birds, this area will fulfill any bird watcher’s wildest dreams.
Common Mistakes When Bird Watching Mull
There two main errors that people often make when visiting Mull for the first time. Firstly, if it is your first time on the island of Mull, do not underestimate the size of the island. It is huge - there is roughly 300 miles of rocky, rugged landscape to explore. When bird watching Mull, it is a good idea to pick one destination, explore it thoroughly, and then move on. If you try to see too much of the island in one go, you will tire yourself out and the experience will not be as fulfilling as it can be.
Secondly, many bird watchers do not take note of the weather patterns. This is vitally important. The climate on the island tends to fluctuate - just because it is raining heavily in the morning, it does not mean that it will rain all day. It is a good idea to head to the coast if it is raining as you will be able to view many species of seabirds, such as sea ducks and white tailed sea eagles, but be prepared to head inland if the rain stops for a different bird watching experience. If you wish to spot birds of prey, it is important to take note of the wind direction. This is because birds of prey, such as hen harriers, golden eagles, buzzards, kestrels, and short eared owls, tend to fly into the wind when pursuing their prey. Read the rest of this entry »
