Category Archives: Wildlife

A picture of wildlife on Islay

White-fronted Goose calling in field above Loch Indaal, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a White-fronted Goose on a hillside calling out
White-fronted Goose calling in field above Loch Indaal, Isle of Islay

Spotted while exploring some of the smaller beaches at Loch Indaal between Port Charlotte and Bruichladdich: A White-fronted Goose calling loudly on a hillside in the bright April sunshine.

Swallow on a rain gutter at Laphroaig distillery, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a Swallow sitting on a black rain gutter on a white washed building
Swallow on a rain gutter at Laphroaig distillery, Isle of Islay

Spotted during a visit to Laphroaig distillery, a Swallow sitting on a rain gutter at the top of the maltings in some beautiful April sunshine.

Oystercatchers opposite Laggan Point, Isle of Islay

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Picture of several Oystercatchers flying above the sea, a headland in the background
Oystercatchers opposite Laggan Point, Isle of Islay

Seen from somewhere near Port Bàn on the Rhinns of Islay, several Oystercatchers in flight with Laggan Point and the Oa in the background.