Located off the northwest coast of Scotland, Handa Island represents a refuge for seabird populations within the North Atlantic ecosystem. Covering an area of 309 hectares, the island has been designated as a protected nature reserve due to its ecological importance. Over 150,000 seabirds, including Atlantic puffins, guillemots, fulmars and great skuas, arrive to breed on its steep cliffs and exposed moorlands. Managed by the conservation organisation Scottish Wildlife Trust. Each summer, a team of volunteers, many of them biology students or young scientists, live on the island to help protect its wildlife and fragile habitats. Their work includes monitoring seabird populations, welcoming visitors, and raising awareness about the importance of conserving this unique ecosystem. Handa Island serves as an essential site for species monitoring, research and long-term biodiversity protection.