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Three of the habitats now on the islands.
Photo © by Delia Todd
In the foreground is drained moorland now pasture, beyond is some native moorland and in the background planted, non-native, sitka spruce. Mountains in the background are the Tustnastabbene (Tustna Stacks) on the mainland
Photo © by Delia Todd
In the foreground is drained moorland now pasture, beyond is some native moorland and in the background planted, non-native, sitka spruce. Mountains in the background are the Tustnastabbene (Tustna Stacks) on the mainland
Overview
Smøla is a cluster of islands, affectionately known as "the breadcrumbs" (smulene, in Norwegian) and has large flat marshlands.
Birds
Notable Species
Reputedly holds the largest concentration of Sea Eagles in the world.
Rarities
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Birds you can see here include:
Greylag Goose, Northern Wheatear, Meadow Pipit, Common Redshank, Barn Swallow, Northern Lapwing, Eurasian Oystercatcher, Common Sandpiper, Common Tern, Arctic Tern, Black Guillemot
Other Wildlife
Elk have recently established a population on the islands, having swum across from nearby Hitra. Eurasian Otter.
Site Information
History and Use
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Areas of Interest
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Access and Facilities
There is a regular and frequent ferry service from Sandviken. A range of accommodation types are available.
Wildlife tours can be arranged.
Contact Details
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External Links
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