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Melrakkaey Nature Reserve is a small rocky island off the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. It was protected in 1971 and covers only about 0.07 km², but has considerable importance as a seabird nesting site.
The island's cliffs and isolation provide valuable nesting habitat. The purpose of the reserve is to protect its birdlife and natural condition.
Melrakkaey lies off northern Snæfellsnes. Other attractions in the wider area include Mýrarhyrna and the famous Kirkjufell.
Landing on the island is prohibited without permission and visitors must respect all rules protecting its birdlife.
The purpose of protecting Melrakkaey is to conserve an important seabird breeding site and the natural environment of the island.
Melrakkaey is a small rocky island off Snæfellsnes with important seabird colonies.
Landing on the island requires permission and shooting is prohibited within two kilometres of the island.
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Melrakkaey Nature Reserve
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Melrakkaey - Friðland er friðlýst náttúrusvæði á Íslandi. Hér finnur þú upplýsingar um náttúru svæðisins, verndargildi og áhugaverða staði í nágrenninu.
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