SAILING TO VIEW WIlDLIFE ON THE TRESHNISH ISLES

The Treshnish Isles are an uninhabited archipelago of small islands and skerries in Scotland's Inner Hebrides, located west of the Isle of Mull. They are known for their abundant wildlife, particularly seabirds like puffins, and rich history, including Viking fortifications. The largest island is Lunga, and the islands are a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Location and geography

• Location: Off the west coast of Scotland, west of the Isle of Mull.

• Composition: A group of eight main islands and many smaller skerries.

• Largest island: Lunga.

Wildlife

• Seabirds: Home to large colonies of seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and storm petrels.

• Marine life: Also home to a large number of breeding Atlantic seals.

• Conservation: The entire archipelago is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. 

History and heritage

• Inhabited past: The islands were inhabited until the mid-19th century, with the last residents leaving in 1824.

• Historical remains: Evidence of past settlements remains, including a medieval castle on Carn na Burgh Mor and a former chapel on the same island.

• Viking history: The islands have names rooted in the Viking language, reflecting their historical rule in the "Kingdom of the Isles".