Scottish Birds
Photographs of Scottish birds taken on my travels. Sometimes I set out to get images of a particular bird, but more often it's just a case of taking the camera along on a walk, and…
Frogs and Toads
Frogs and toads are both amphibians found in the UK, but they have distinct differences in appearance, behavior, and habitat. Frogs, such as the common frog (Rana temporaria), have smooth, moist skin, long hind legs…
Scottish Seals
Scotland is home to two species of Scottish seals: the harbour (or common) seal (Phoca vitulina) and the grey seal (Halichoerus grypus). Harbour seals are smaller and have a distinctive dog-like face, often spotted resting…
Deer
Scotland is home to two native species of wild deer: red deer and the smaller roe deer. Red deer, the largest land mammal in the UK, are commonly found in the Scottish Highlands, where they…
Red Squirrels
Red squirrels are one of Scotland's most iconic and beloved native species, known for their vibrant reddish-brown fur and tufted ears. These charming creatures are primarily found in coniferous and mixed woodlands, where they rely…
Otters
Years ago, I used to feel very privileged to occasionally see otters when I was fishing. More recently, they have become more and more common, even right in the center of Edinburgh. Otters can be…
Midges In Scotland
Welcome To Scotland. Midges in Scotland can be a real problem. Visit any country in the world, and as soon as you head for the great outdoors, you can be sure to find wild animals,…
Leaping Salmon, Buchanty Spout
Leaping Salmon, Buchanty Spout One of the best places in Scotland to see or photograph leaping salmon, is Buchanty Spout in Perthshire. As anyone who has tried to take shots of salmon jumping will tell…
Seals Taking it Easy in the Forth near Edinburgh
Seals in the River Forth taking it easy. These seals are almost always visible, at Morrison's Haven just outside of Edinburgh. To see them, head out of Musselburgh, past the racecourse, and take the coast…
Dolphins
Around the Scottish coast, several species of dolphins can be spotted, with the most common being the bottlenose dolphin, known for its playful behavior and distinctive curved dorsal fin. The short-beaked common dolphin, with its…
