Eyebroughy facts for kids
 Eyebroughy, with rocks in foreground |
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| Coordinates | 56°04′00″N 2°49′00″W / 56.066667°N 2.816667°W |
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| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Islands of the Forth |
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| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | East Lothian |
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| Population | 0 |
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Eyebroughy is a tiny, rocky island located in the Firth of Forth. It sits just 200 meters (about 650 feet) off the coast of East Lothian, Scotland. This small piece of land is sometimes called Ibris, an older name for it. It's a special place, especially for birds!
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Where is Eyebroughy Located?
Eyebroughy is found off the coast of East Lothian. It is about 200 meters (219 yards) from the shore. The island is located 3.5 kilometers (2.2 miles) northeast of the village of Gullane. It is also 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) west of North Berwick.
The island is part of the Dirleton area. It sits across from the western part of Dirleton's East Links. When the tide is very low, it might even be possible to walk to the island. Eyebroughy used to be part of the Archerfield land.
Wildlife and Nature on Eyebroughy
Eyebroughy is an important place for birds. It is a special reserve managed by the RSPB. Many different birds come here to live and raise their young.
Birds that Live on the Island
Birds that breed on Eyebroughy include:
- Common eider (a type of duck)
- Great cormorant (a large water bird)
- Herring gull (a common type of seagull)
In winter, other birds visit the island. These include the ruddy turnstone and the purple sandpiper.
How the Island Was Formed
The island of Eyebroughy is made from a type of rock called trachytes. These rocks were formed when hot, melted rock pushed up from deep inside the Earth. This happened during the lower Carboniferous period, millions of years ago. Eyebroughy is part of the Firth of Forth Islands Species Protection Area. This means it is protected to help keep its wildlife safe.
Shipwrecks Near Eyebroughy
Two ships have been lost near Eyebroughy over the years. These events show how dangerous the waters around the island can be.
The Schooner Jane
The first shipwreck was the Jane. This was a wooden schooner, a type of sailing ship, weighing 94 tons. On December 18, 1892, the Jane was traveling from Goole to Leith. It was carrying a cargo of alum and had one passenger on board. The ship became stuck on Eyebroughy and was lost.
The Lighter Bertha
The second shipwreck happened on December 21, 1900. This was the Bertha, a 310-ton lighter. A lighter is a type of barge used to carry goods. The Bertha was loaded with equipment to help rescue another stranded ship. However, strong forces pushed the Bertha away from that ship. It then crashed into Eyebroughy and was lost.
