árstíðarbundinnar

Árstíðarbundinnar is a group of Icelandic islands located in the North Atlantic, approximately 240 kilometers east of Iceland's coast. The word "Árstíðarbundinnar" translates to "Seal Succession" in Icelandic. This name is derived from the archipelago's unique sighting of a succession of ringed seals (Phoca hispida) giving birth on the islands' shores.

The archipelago is composed of a total of 22 small islands, with the largest island, Árnstadt, covering an area of 15 square kilometers. The islands are characterized by their rugged and rocky terrain, with steep cliffs and abundant wildlife. The islands experience harsh, subarctic marine climate, with the strong tides and numerous storm systems providing a challenging yet compelling environment.

The islands serve as a breeding ground for a variety of seabirds, such as the Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) and the Common guillemot (Uria aalge). Additionally, the islands are inhabited by the Icelandic diversity of sea mammals, including the North Atlantic harbor seal (Phoca vitulina). The birdlife on Árstíðarbundinnar has made the area gain importance as a point of research for ornithologists and marine biologists.

Due to its remote location and harsh environment, Árstíðarbundinnar is rarely visited by humans, which has contributed to the islands' relative preservation of their natural characteristics.