Diskobukta Kittiwake Colony
Thousands of birds nest in the cliffs while arctic foxes prowl below.

📜 Kittiwake colony located on Barent's Island (Barenstøya) in Svalbard, Norway.
🔍 Home to over a hundred thousand black-footed kittiwakes.

Why Go

🌊 Witness a massive colony of black-footed kittiwakes
🦊 Spot arctic foxes hunting for eggs and birds
🐻 Chance to see polar bears, reindeer, and walruses
🏞️ Explore a canyon with a waterfall and 19th-century whale hunting cabins

Why Avoid

⚠️ Only accessible by boat, requires a Svalbard marine tour
🚨 High threat of polar bear attack in summer if going alone
🗣️ Extremely loud squawking makes conversation difficult

Tips

🚢 Join a Svalbard marine tour for safe access
☀️ Summer is highly recommended for visiting

Last updated 1 day ago

We strive for accuracy, but errors may occur. Please verify key info.