WILDLIFE LOVERS
Wildlife lovers Welcome
The Isle of Man has been officially recognised as one of the best places in the world to explore nature with world heritage body Unesco designating the entire island a ‘Biosphere Reserve’.
Unesco praised the island as a “special place for people and nature”.
Find out more about Manx Biodiversity.
Due to its dynamic and ever-changing landscape, you’ll be sure to spot a diverse array of wildlife during your visit to the Island.
Whether its wild flowers and plants, or marine life and birds that you’re interested in, you certainly won’t be short of places to visit on the Island.
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Marine life in the South of the Island
If it’s the Island’s marine life that appeals to you, make sure you visit The Sound at the southern tip of the Isle of Man.
Here you are almost guaranteed to see a large population of seals that are often spotted basking on the rocks or swimming in the water – make sure you bring your camera and binoculars with you to make the most of the experience.
You can also take a boat trip to increase your chances of spotting wildlife around the Island’s extensive coastline, or to guarantee some underwater wildlife action you can try your hand at diving or snorkelling to see some marine life up close.
The Port Erin Aquarium (History)
Port Erin Marine Biological Station was formed in 1892 by distinguished zoologist Professor William Herdman of University College Liverpool.
The main building was divided into three parts; a biological station with a laboratory carrying out research in marine ecology, fisheries biology and management of the Manx herrings, environmental pollution and conservation, a sea fish hatchery, and an aquarium for the public.
“Many thousands of people visit the Fish Hatchery every year, and are fascinated by the sight of plaice and lobsters hatched at the Station. Oyster culture is also successfully carried on there. The aquarium with its specimens of local fish, shells and seaweeds, and the museum with its models of trawlers, are also of great interest.”
Official Handbook of The Official Board of Advertising for The Isle of Man, 1940
The station closed in 2006 the site is due to be redeveloped soon.
Local Interest for Wildlife enthusiasts








