Flodday near Vatersay facts for kids
| Gaelic name | Flodaigh |
|---|---|
| Norse name | floti |
| Meaning of name | 'raft' or 'float' island |
| OS grid reference | NL612924 |
| Coordinates | 56°54′N 7°34′W / 56.90°N 7.57°W |
| Physical geography | |
| Island group | Uists and Barra |
| Area | 23 ha (0.09 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 43 m (141 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Country | Scotland |
| Council area | Na h-Eileanan Siar |
| Demographics | |
| Population | 0 |
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Flodday is a small, empty island located southwest of Barra in the Outer Hebrides, a group of islands off the coast of Scotland. In Scots Gaelic, its name is Flodaigh. The name means 'raft' or 'float' island. No one lives on Flodday today.
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Flodday's Location and Landscape
Flodday is part of a group of islands called the Barra Isles. It lies about 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) west of another island named Sandray.
Island Features
The island of Flodday is made up of three main parts. There is a cool natural rock arch that connects the two larger sections. On the western side of the island, you can see tall, dark cliffs.
Wildlife on Flodday
Even though no people live on Flodday, it is home to some interesting animals.
Marine Life
A small group of grey seals lives on the island. These seals often rest on the rocks and swim in the waters around Flodday.
Insect Species
Flodday is also special for a type of butterfly. It is home to a unique subspecies of the dark green fritillary butterfly. This specific type is called Argynnis aglaja scotica.
