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Year of compilation: 2007

Loch Spynie developed during the 16th century following the closure of a tidal inlet by a shingle-spit. This gave rise to a shallow, fertile lagoon, surrounded by marshes. The site is important for wintering wildfowl. Anser anser are from the Icelandic breeding population.

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Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2022) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Loch Spynie. Downloaded from http://www.birdlife.org on 17/08/2022.