Osprey · Highland

Where to see osprey in Highland

2 sites in Highland where osprey (Pandion haliaetus) are recorded, most likely in spring, summer.

Osprey records in Highland, by month2,584 records. Most are logged in Jun, and summer is the strongest season overall.
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MonthSeasonRecords
Janwinter0
Febwinter0
Marspring13
Aprspring514
Mayspring579
Junsummer669
Julsummer536
Augsummer258
Sepautumn13
Octautumn1
Novautumn0
Decwinter1

Lowest month: Jan. Counts are records, not birds — how we source this.

Best seasons: spring, summer

Insh Marshes

Kingussie, Highland · RSPB

wetland2 hidesFree entry

Best seasons: summer

Common questions

When is the best time to see osprey in Highland?

June has the most records. Across 2,584 occurrence records in Highland, sightings are logged most often in June, though the bird may be present outside that period without being recorded as frequently.

Where can I see osprey in Highland?

2 sites in Highland: Loch Garten Nature Centre, Insh Marshes.

Are any of these sites wheelchair accessible?

Loch Garten Nature Centre is recorded as having step-free access, verified against the operator's own accessibility information.

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