Birdwatching in Faroe Islands

Auks

Black Guillemot

Also known as the sea pigeon, tystie and greenland dove, this medium-sized bird has two very different plumages.

Grouse

Black Grouse

One of the larger members of the grouse family with seven sub-species, the black grouse, whilst categorised as vulnerable within Europe, is stable throughout its Asian areas of occupation.

Skuas

Arctic Skua

The Arctic Skua, also known as the Parasitic Jaeger, is a medium-sized seabird well known for its aggressive nature.

Gulls and terns

Arctic Tern

Avian athletes that travel pole to pole.

Ducks, geese and swans

Barnacle Goose

A highly sociable and unmistakable member of the goose family, often seen and heard flying in long, noisy packs and lines.