Vilsandi National Park, an area with the most islands, has the most maritime climate in Estonia.

The surface area of the reserve is 24,000 ha, 2/3 of it covered by the sea. The westernmost point in Estonia – Nootamaa Island – is located in the park.

The history of Vilsandi National Park dates back to 1910 when Vaika Bird Sanctuary, the first protected area in the Baltic States was established. Vaika Nature Reserve that was established in 1957 was renamed Vilsandi National Nature Reserve in 1971, which, in turn, became Vilsandi National Park in 1993. The objective of Vilsandi National Park is to protect the natural and cultural heritage of the coastal landscapes of the West Estonian archipelago.

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Red admiral       Vanessa atlanta

The migratory butterflies that arrive to our country in May - the red admiral (vanessa atlanta) and the painted lady (vanessa cardui) - were rarities for us even 30 years ago. Now we encounter them mostly in autumn, even in towns.

The 14th season of nest cams has come to its conclusion – the last chicks to leave their nests were the lesser spotted eagles, who left back in early august. The current season offered a variety of emotions for the regular viewer.   

The golden eagles Kalju and Helju had a successful season in Soomaa National Park. Successful were also the lesser spotted eagles Indrek and Karin in Tartu County, and the greater spotted eagles Tõnn and Tiiu in Harju County. All of them raised one male chick. We were pleased to see two fledging chicks for the ospreys Ivo and Iiris in Tartu County.  

Eagle-mother Tiiu has brought a water vole to the nest

Greater spotted eagle       Clanga clanga

On 2. September the juvenile bird Teet will become 3 months old.

Although some branches slightly disturb the camera view, you can see that the adults are feeding the young bird well. Teet is spending his time on nearby trees and lets the adults wait a few minutes for him before returning to the nest to feed.