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Beinn nan Oighreag

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Beinn nan Oighreag
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Hill of cloudberries
Beinn nan Oighreag is a Gaelic name meaning "Hill of cloudberries," reflecting the presence of this Arctic-alpine shrub, which indicates a cool, acidic, and often windswept environment. The hill likely has a heath-covered or moorland character, and its name suggests local historical or ecological significance in supporting rare or hardy plant life.

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Photo: Tony Kinghorn · CC BY-SA 2.0