REGENT BIRD
Protected Area
Bay of Skaill
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - REGENT BIRD offers some of Scapa Flow, Orkney's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 8-14°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Regent Bird, a trawler sunk back in 1995, offers something a little different for a Scapa Flow dive. It ran aground and was abandoned, so you're exploring a wreck that met its end more by misadventure than battle. Sitting in just a meter of water, it’s a brilliant snorkel or very shallow dive for those looking to potter about in the shallows. We've seen plenty of crabs scuttling over the remains, and the skeletal structure of the boat is now home to various small fish. It’s a good option if you want a relaxed explore without the deep commitments of the bigger blockships.
Typical REGENT BIRD Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 13°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for REGENT BIRD
REGENT BIRD Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for REGENT BIRD, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (58.64, -3.16) (8km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
13°C
55°F · Range: 11.4–13.8°C
Air Temperature
10°C
50°F
Wind Speed
9.26 m/s
18.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1005.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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