Wildlife
The west end of the island is home to a large colony of seagulls and fulmars. Seals are commonly spotted around the island and basking on neighbouring outcrops. There are no stoats or hedgehogs on the island; thus, eggs can often be found on the ground.
Today the island is inhabited by two Historic Scotland stewards who maintain the island and run the shop.
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