When the RSPB contacted us with their enquiry to charter our boat to enable them to conduct a count on the Tystie bird we were both excited and somewhat intrigued. What is a Tystie bird? The Feisty Tystie With its glossy jet black feathers and bold white wing patches, the Tystie (Cepphus grylle,) better known as the Black Guillemot, resembles a bird wearing a dinner jacket! The name ‘Tystie’ is the word Shetlanders give to this rather classy looking seabird. Its elegant summe
It felt like our adventure was about to begin, with a full tank of fuel, the engine throbbing with anticipation and with lines at the ready, Fyne Explorer was waiting to be cast off. Finally, after weeks of lockdown regulations our bright yellow ship would be on her way to her new home, dreaming of an exciting future ahead. A future with Fyne Sea Tours bestowing Argyll’s beauty to all who will be boarding her. From Coal at Whitehaven to Smugglers at Girvan Leaving Whitehaven
Did you know that…. A bottle nosed dolphin has the ability to recognise itself in a mirror A harbour porpoise can navigate the seas in search of food in the dark A gannet, our largest seabird, can spot a fish under water from up to 150 feet in the air Rather impressive facts, eh? On board Fyne Explorer, let us take you on a wildlife sea safari, from the comfort of your lounge, (it’s the best we can do at the moment whilst in lockdown) to encounter the wonders and delights of