Welsh Puffin Island
Coastal & Intertidal
Birds
Beginner
UK — Skomer Island, Wales
April to July
Overview
Walk among thousands of nesting puffins at arm's length on this protected island.
Equipment
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Waterproof layers
- Packed lunch
Safety Notes
- Cliff edges have no barriers — watch your step
- Boat crossing can be rough — seasickness possible
Identification Tips
1
Puffins return to burrows with fish in beak — late afternoon most active
2
Manx shearwaters return only after dark
3
Razorbills and guillemots on cliff ledges
Species Checklist
| Species | Likelihood | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Puffin | common | Burrows near cliff edges |
| Manx Shearwater | common | After dark only |
| Razorbill | common | Cliff ledges |
| Grey Seal | common | Beaches and sea around island |