Great Skua at Fair Isle

Fair Isle's remote position in the North Sea, tucked between Orkney and Shetland, makes it a fitting stronghold for the Great Skua, a bird well suited to this exposed outpost. Photographers joining the Atlantic Puffins of Fair Isle holiday in June will find the island's towering sea cliffs and rugged sandstone stacks offer dramatic backdrops for capturing this powerful seabird. The isolation of Fair Isle, forming the southernmost point of Shetland, adds to the sense of wildness that defines any encounter with the species here. Bring a steady hand and patience, as the island's raw coastal scenery rewards those ready to work with its rugged terrain.