Karikkojen

Karikkojen is a Finnish term referring to small, rocky islands or skerries. These formations are common along the Finnish coast and in the archipelago areas of the Baltic Sea. Karikkojen are typically uninhabited and often characterized by their exposed nature, with sparse vegetation due to shallow soil and harsh weather conditions. They can pose navigation hazards for boats, and lighthouses or buoys are often placed near larger karikkojen to warn mariners. The geology of these islands is primarily ancient bedrock, shaped by glacial activity over millennia. In some areas, they are important habitats for seabirds that nest and forage in the surrounding waters. The term "karikkojen" is the genitive plural form of "karikko," meaning "of the skerries." The singular form, "karikko," refers to a single rocky islet.