Gugh

UK Wildlife Trusts

Gugh is a small inhabited island connected to St Agnes by a tombolo, featuring maritime heathland and coastal grasslands. Rising to 34m at Kittern Hill, it is significant for its breeding seabird populations and rare flora, including orange bird's-foot and various lichens. The island supports the largest colony of lesser black-backed gulls in the archipelago and is home to Manx shearwaters and storm petrels, thanks to conservation efforts that removed invasive species. For wildlife enthusiasts, October is the prime month for birdwatching on Gugh, with peak activity occurring at dawn around 09:00. Notable sightings include the European Pied Flycatcher, Cory's Shearwater, and Little Bunting, all of which have their highest observation counts during this time. Other species such as the Greater Short-toed Lark and Barred Warbler also peak in October, making it an excellent time to explore the island's diverse avian life.

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UK Wildlife Trusts