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Loch Druidibeg National Nature Reserve (SNH)

South Uist

This reserve is full of contrasts. Colourful machair grassland on the coast gradually gives way to moorland interspersed with lochans. Well-known for its breeding greylag geese, the reserve is also good for wildfowl and waders. Golden eagle, hen harrier and merlin are often seen over the moor while corncrake and corn bunting frequent the machair. Self-guided trail through croft land. Leaflet available from local tourist information office.