About RSPB South Stack Reserve
RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) South Stack is a reserve which encompasses the habitats of heathland, farmland, cliffs, coast and ocean. The reserve is especially important for its breeding Choughs, with approximately 14 breeding pairs. The conservation team at RSPB South Stack maintain the heathland and farmland to provide suitable nesting and feeding conditions for a variety of birds, insects and reptiles.
Healthy heath - The reserve’s heathland is part of the largest area of maritime heath in North Wales. Besides choughs, this important habitat supports the endemic plant spatulate fleawort, and the uncommon silver-studded blue butterfly, plus adders and common lizards.
The sea cliffs provide nest sites for as many as 11,000 seabirds, including Puffins, Guillemots, Razorbills, Kittiwake and Fulmars. Other birds to use this habitat include Peregrine falcons, Ravens and the charismatic Chough. From the many picturesque viewpoints dolphins and porpoise can often be seen playing in the turbulent waters.
The scenic beauty of the reserve, together with its seabird spectacle, views of the operational lighthouse and many sites of geological and archaeological interest, make it very popular with visitors.
VISITOR CENTRE , CAFE & SHOP
The Visitor Centre, cafe and shop are open 7 days a week 10am-5pm (except Christmas Eve and Christmas Day), where the visitor experience team will be ready to give you a warm welcome, lead guided walks and provide in-depth information about the reserve and exciting wildlife.
