ANGLERS fishing from rocks at the Mull of Galloway are putting the breeding sea bird population at risk, it was claimed this week.
The main breeding season for the sea birds at the Mull is generally between the end of May and late July. The cliffs upon which the birds make their nests and raise their chicks are on designated Special Sites of Scientific Interest (SSSIs). These SSSIs are the whole of the reserve, within the boundary wall, at the Mull, and the cliffs between the Gallie Craig Coffee House and the Gallie Craig Rocks.
The sea around the Mull of Galloway is also well stocked with a variety of fish, which in turn attracts sea anglers, those who fish from boats ...