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Wildlife at Tarbert and Skipness
Argyll and Bute
Scotland
Tarbert is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: NR880636
The forest stretches for 9 miles from the ancient Castle sitting above the picturesque harbour at Tarbert, over the hills to the small village of Skipness which looks out across the Kilbrannan sound to Arran.
Mammals: You can see Red squirrels in this forest, and if your lucky you might even spot a badger. We have information about Red squirrel and Badger
Birds: There are many bird species to be seen in this forest, black grouse and hen harrier to name but two. We have information about Black grouse
Insects and reptiles: Watch out for adders in the Summer. We have information about Adder Habitats: From Atlantic Oak Woodlands to open heathlands you'll find the lot here. We have information about Upland oakwood
How to Get There:
Follow the A83 from Glasgow north and west to the Lochgilphead and then south to Tarbert.
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Places to go in Tarbert and Skipness
Tarbert
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Other places to go in this area
Carradale
Kilmichael Forest
West Loch Awe
Torinturk
Knapdale Forest
Beinn Ghuilean
Ardcastle
Contact
Lesley MacFadyen
Community Engagement Co-Ordinator
01546 602518
e-mail: lesley.macfadyen@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
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What to see now Black grouse can be seen now.
Did you know Corranbuie will soon see major habitat improvements for black grouse.
What else is here
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