Where do birds come from in Iceland?

Most of the bird species in Iceland stay only during the summer, the birds come from Europe, Africa and the northern hemisphere in April and May to nest and raise their chicks. There are also a lot of birds that stop in Iceland on their way to and from the north like Greenland and Canada.

When is the best time to see birds in Iceland?

During spring there are many birds in Iceland and also during the early part of the summer when migrant birds arrive in Iceland, for breeding, lay eggs and raise their chicks. The midnight sun occurs during the summer in Iceland which means the days are very long and a good time to see the birds is late night and early in the morning.

How long do wading birds stay in Iceland?

This colorful species of wading bird usually stays until late September, but individuals have been known to linger as long as the beginning of November. They can be found all around Iceland's freshwater bodies, such as in Lake Thingvallavatn in the south and Lake Myvatn in the north.

Why do Icelanders Love Birds?

Icelanders are very fond of birds, and they revere them for their seemingly supernatural powers. These beautiful and majestic creatures herald the long-awaited spring and bring with them the promise of freedom. In a poem by Icelandic poet Pall Olafsson, the plover sings to announce the arrival of spring.