Birdwatching in Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands

Auks

Black Guillemot

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

Skuas

Arctic Skua

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

Owls

Barn Owl

The most widespread owl species, Barn Owls occur as 32 subspecies on every continent except Antarctica.

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.