Magnificent birds in Northern Scotland

19th July 2024

Please excuse the lack of characteristic witty journalism in the following article, as I wish to quickly share some images of quite magnificent birds seen recently on a trip to Northern Scotland.

A large photograph of a white-tailed sea eagle. The detail in the brown of its feathers and the yellow of its beak can be quite clearly seen. It is a large, blocky bird with pointy wingtip feathers.

A white-tailed sea eagle seen in Shieldaig, Torridon. The eagles nest on an island in the loch, and frequently fly out to feed their young.

An action style profile shot of an osprey with obvious detail in its markings. A medium-sized dark-colored fish can be seen clutched between its claws.

Loch Fleet is perhaps best known for its seal population, but an osprey can be a common sight there too! This one caught a fish then gave a very impressive display.

A peregrine falcon centred on a blue sky. Its white undermarkings can be seen.

The peregrine (also at Loch Fleet) was rather high up but could still be seen quite clearly. They are known for their speed of flight and this one certainly didn’t disappoint.

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