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Calf of Flotta
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The Calf of Flotta is a small island in Scapa Flow, Orkney. The Calf is next to Flotta, with "Calf" deriving from Old Norse/Norn and meaning a smaller island by a larger one.
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![]() Calf of Flotta viewed, from the south-west, from Flotta. | |
Location | |
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OS grid reference | ND381967 |
Coordinates | 58.853°N 3.073°W / 58.853; -3.073 |
Physical geography | |
Island group | Orkney |
Area | 16 ha (40 acres)[1] |
Highest elevation | 16 m (52 ft) |
Administration | |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Country | Scotland |
Council area | Orkney Islands |
Demographics | |
Population | 0 |
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References | [2][3] |
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