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Eurasian Oystercatcher Nest Alters Road Construction
Construction workers in Vesturlandsvegur have left a gravel patch for a nesting pair of Eurasian oystercatchers, reports RÛV, who managed to alter road construction significantly with their presence. [su_pullquote]If you are coming to Iceland check out our goodie bags that you can…
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Latest Seal Census Reason For Optimism?
The recent seal census, which took place along a 100 km stretch of coast in Vatnsnes, indicates that the seal population is growing. The seal census is notable for its deployment of volunteers, who are trained to walk the beach and count…
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The Great Seal Census Attracts Volunteers
On Sunday, July 25th, the Icelandic Seal Center conducted its seal census in Vatnsnes. The Icelandic Seal Center, located in Hvammstangi, began the seal census in 2007 and last conducted one 5 years ago. The seal census was begun in response to…