Rõupitään

Rõupitään is a small, uninhabited island located in the Baltic Sea, off the coast of Estonia. It is part of the Saaremaa archipelago and is administered by the municipality of Lääne-Saare. The island is approximately 1.5 kilometers long and 0.5 kilometers wide, with a total area of about 0.75 square kilometers.

The terrain of rõupitään is characterized by a low-lying landscape with rocky shores and sparse vegetation, primarily consisting of coastal grasses and shrubs. The island's geology is dominated by limestone, a common feature of the Estonian islands. Due to its exposed location and limited soil depth, the island supports only a few hardy plant species.

Historically, rõupitään has not been permanently inhabited. Its primary significance has been as a natural habitat for various bird species, particularly seabirds that nest on its cliffs and shores. The surrounding waters are also important for marine life, and the island serves as a resting place for migratory birds. Access to rõupitään is generally restricted to protect its natural environment, and it is not a tourist destination. The island remains a relatively undisturbed natural area, contributing to the biodiversity of the Baltic Sea region.