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Separated from the rest of Iceland by narrow land and circuitous roads, the Westfjords region is known for its dramatic landscapes, rich wildlife and long history of survival.
At the northern tip of the Westfjords, Hornstrandir’s wild peninsula remains a haven for rare wildlife, dramatic landscapes and quiet solitude.
This research centre in the Westfjords highlights the complicated relationship between Icelanders and the Arctic fox, through science and social history.
From Arctic foxes and elusive reindeer to remarkable seabirds, the wildlife of Iceland reflects the challenges and surprises of life just south of the Arctic Circle.
