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Find out where to see some of the Isle of Man's most spectacular wild animals!
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Where to see seabirds
Where to see seabirds in the Isle of Man
Where to see seals
Seals can be seen around our coast all year. The two species seen are the Atlantic grey seal (Halichoerus grypus) and the Common or harbour seal (Phoca vitulina).
Where to see whales, dolphins and sharks
Whales, dolphins and sharks can be seen off the Isle of Man's coast. The most commonly seen cetaceans around the Isle of Man are the harbour porpoise, Risso's dolphin, minke whale, bottlenose dolphin and common dolphin. Find out where to spot whales, sharks and dolphins.
See You Soon!
This is the final blog from Rachel's year long internship with Manx Wildlife Trust. Read about her final few weeks and what she has learnt throughout the her time with us.
Water scorpion
The water scorpion is not a true scorpion, but it certainly looks like one! An underwater predator, it uses its front pincer-like legs to catch its prey. Its tail actually acts as a kind of '…
Water figwort
Water figwort is a tall plant of riverbanks, pond margins, damp meadows and wet woodlands. Its maroon flowers are pollinated by the Common wasp.
Water dock
As its name suggests, Water dock likes damp places, such as the egdes of canals, ponds and rivers. It is a tall plant with large, greenish flower spikes.
Water avens
Look for Water avens in damp habitats, such as riversides, wet woodlands and wet meadows. It has nodding, purple-and-orange flowers that hang on delicate, purple stems.
Water rail
From grunts and groans, to 'purring' and 'piglet squealing', the water rail is more often heard than it is seen! This shy bird lives in reedbeds and wetlands, hiding among the…
Water mint
Water mint grows in damp places and has aromatic leaves that can be used to flavour food and drink. Gathering wild food can be fun, but it's best to do it with an expert - come to a Wildlife…
Winter moth
One of the few moths that fly in winter, often seen in car headlights.