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The shoreline at Bousta
Bousta is located in Shetland
Bousta
Bousta
OS grid reference HU221575
Civil parish
Council area
Lieutenancy area
Country Scotland
Sovereign state United Kingdom
Post town SHETLAND
Postcode district ZE2
Dialling code 01595
Police Northern
Fire Highlands and Islands
Ambulance Scottish
EU Parliament Scotland
UK Parliament
  • Orkney and Shetland
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60°18′07″N 1°35′56″W / 60.302°N 1.599°W / 60.302; -1.599

Bousta is a small settlement located on Mainland, which is the largest island in the Shetland archipelago of Scotland. It's part of the parish of Walls and Sandness. Bousta is a quiet place known for its natural beauty and interesting wildlife.

Discovering Bousta

Bousta is a lovely spot in the Shetland Islands, a group of islands off the northern coast of Scotland. It's a peaceful settlement, meaning it's a small community where people live. The Shetland Islands are famous for their unique landscapes, strong winds, and amazing wildlife.

Where is Bousta Located?

Bousta is found on Mainland, the biggest island in Shetland. This island is home to most of Shetland's population and its main town, Lerwick. Being on Mainland means Bousta is connected to other parts of the island, even though it feels very remote and natural. The area around Bousta is part of the Walls and Sandness parish, which is a local administrative area.

Wildlife in Bousta

The area around Bousta is a great place for nature lovers! You can find some special plants and animals here that thrive in the unique environment of the Shetland Islands.

Plants You Might See

One very special plant that grows near Bousta is called Scott's Hawkweed. This plant is native to the pastures, which are grassy fields, west of Bousta. It's a type of wildflower, and finding native plants like this shows how unique the local environment is.

Animals You Might Spot

Bousta is also a good spot for watching animals. You might see Barnacle geese, which are a type of wild goose known for their striking black, white, and grey feathers. They often visit coastal areas. Also, seals have been observed near Bousta. Seals are marine mammals that love to hang out on the rocky shorelines and in the waters around the Shetland Islands. Keep an eye out for them lounging on the rocks or swimming in the sea!

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