There are three areas on Eigg which are established as wildlife reserves. The first is the ridge of the Sgurr, a massive rock formation and the moorland between it and the north-west coast. Atlantic gales prune the vegetation here.
The second reserve comprises the slopes below the cliffs edging the Beinne Bhuide plateau, which are largely covered with hazel scrub, a type of woodland that has existed on Eigg for thousands of years.
The third and smallest reserve includes willow and hazel scrub, and the largest extent of raised bog on the island, in lower Gleann Charadil.
The Isle of Eigg is kidney shaped, 5 miles by 3 miles and has a population of less than 100. The island is very popular with walkers, ornithologists and botanists.
Eigg is accessible from Mallaig and Arisaig on passenger ferries. Accommodation is available on the island.
