Our iconic Chough benefit from low-cropped, low-input permanent pasture along the coast, a Manx 'Priority Habitat'. Coastal farmers can now apply to receive reward for managing their grazing to the benefit of Chough.
Credit - Mike Snelle
Where to see...
Find out where to spot some of the Isle of Man's most distinctive species, from dolphins and sharks to sea birds and seals!
Flame shell
It's easy to see where this stunning bivalve got its name from - the bright orange tentacles emerging from the shell really do look…
Cockle
The common cockle is a traditional seaside favourite, both for its white shells often found in the sand and for the yummy snack of…
Variegated scallop
The shells of this small scallop are often found washed up on our shores and comes in lots of different colours, including pink, red,…
