Island in for big midge season this year

Experts say the Island could be in for a bumper season of midges this year.

The Manx Peat Partnership, which restores and protects peatland around the Island, shared photos on Facebook of larvae cases.

It says wildlife such as birds, bats, spiders and dragonflies could be in for a feast because of the expected number of midges.

But if you're worried about being bitten, the organisation says you shouldn't worry, as the Island's windy conditions means they won't be too much of a problem for walkers!