Shelduck ducklings on Kilchoman beach, Isle of Islay

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Picture of 7 Shelduck ducklings in the surf on a sandy beach
Shelduck ducklings on Kilchoman beach, Isle of Islay

A nice yet sad sight on Kilchoman beach, seven Shelduck ducklings. But no Shelduck Duck parents. Luckily they were rescued and taken into care.

Hidden sunset at Saligo River, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a dramatic sunset behind clouds, seen at a small river flowing over a sandy beach
Hidden sunset at Saligo River, Isle of Islay

I’ve decided to call this a hidden sunset, as the sun is hidden behind the clouds yet we still see the rays of the sunset around the sides. Saligo River is flowing into Saligo Bay just below us.

Traffic lights at Kentraw, Isle of Islay

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Picture of temporary traffic lights on a coastal road
Traffic lights at Kentraw, Isle of Islay

As mentioned before, there are no permanent traffic lights on Islay. So seeing some on the Rhinns of Islay at Kentraw between Bruichladdich and Bridgend a few years back was worth a picture.