Fulmars are everywhere. It's one of the commonest birds in Iceland second only to the Puffin. Estimated numbers are 1-2 million nesting pairs and anywhere from 1 to 5 million birds during winter. The stock has been growing in numbers for the last two centuries and before 1800 only four nesting areas were known in Iceland. It's 47 cm long and weights 650-1000 g. They nest in cliffs and islands all around the country but also inland up to 50 km from the coast. They only lay one egg. The eggs and chicks used to be important food source but now it's more for fun and only in certain areas that Fulmars are taken. The season is 1/9 - 15/3. When they feel threatened they defend themselves by spraying badly smelling mix of oil and half-digested food from their stomach. The Fulmar is a skilful soaring bird and can be seen practising in almost every cliff or mountain.