Birdwatching on Mull

The Isle of Mull is popularly known as Eagle Island due to the large number of golden and sea eagles that can be seen flying over the island. Previously featured on BBC's 'Springwatch' programme, the sea eagles are best seen through the organised viewing from April - July each year at Loch Frisa or alternatively around Loch na Keal and Loch Scridain. Every spring, many of the islanders become involved with Mull Eagle Watch to help in protecting eagle nests around the island and help visitors get the chance to see eagles without any disturbance to them.

Many other species of birds of prey can be spotted around Mull including Peregrine falcon, short-eared owl, kestrel and sparrowhawk to name a few as well as the buzzard, which is the most commonly spotted bird on the island, often sighted sitting atop telegraph poles and regularly mistaken for an eagle!

It is difficult to single out specific sites or parts of Mull where the wildlife and birdlife is at its most prolific and easily viewed but we would recommend Calgary Bay, Loch Don, Loch na Keal and Salen Bay for the best variety.

There are many companies that offer guided wildlife and birdwatching trips on the island and these often offer the best way in whcih to enjoy the birds and animals of Mull.

More information on the best list of operators of these trips.