A special place... The Isles of Scilly are one of only two places in England where Manx Shearwaters breed
Under threat...The Isles of Scilly hold 3,000 fewer pairs of breeding seabirds than 25 years ago
When walking on the tideline be careful of ringed plover nests. These delightful little waders nests are vulnerable to disturbance from walkers and dogs at this time of year, so look out for signs of the the birds and their distress calls and move away from the nests. It is only for a short time!
When the chicks hatch, the parents will brood them along the beach away from the nest, they are still vulnerable to marching feet, but the egg stage is the the time when we need to be extra carfeul.
