Le Plateau des Minquiers has a larger surface area than Jersey itself, at low tide with just a few of the main heads remaining above water at high tide.
Located some 15km south of Jersey, Les Minquiers are even less accessible than Les Ecrehous, a factor that adds greatly to their appeal for locals. Cormorants, Shags and gulls breed on several of the main heads and Atlantic Grey Seals are often seen in the area.
Like Les Ecrehous, the islands offer cover for tired migrants and many rarities have been recorded, while, no doubt, many more go undetected due to the lack of observer coverage.
