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The Loons and Loch of Banks

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Male pintail dabbling

One of the best remaining wetlands in Orkney, and the perfect place to come and see pintails breeding in the summer. A winter visit can also be very rewarding, as the flooded marsh attracts hundreds of ducks and a number of white-fronted geese.

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There is no access to the marsh, but good views can be obtained from the road and hide.

The place to...

see breeding pintails in summer.

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01856 850176

Nearest town: north of Dounby

Orkney

Grid reference: HY246241

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Last published: 24/10/2008 17:18:36
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The Loons RSPB reserve - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1008876)
The Loons RSPB reserve - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1018616)
White-fronted geese in rough field - Chris Gomersall (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1202020_00064_002)
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)