Loch Drolsay in the June sunshine, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a view over a freshwater loch on a sunny June day, some light clouds in the distance
Loch Drolsay in the June sunshine, Isle of Islay

A nice sunny June afternoon at Loch Drolsay in the centre of Islay, just looking out at the ripples from the light wind.

Black beetle at Loch Drolsay, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a black beetle crawling over stonesI spotted this beetle on the shore of Loch Drolsay during a walk in June 2015. I first thought it is a Common Black Ground Beetle, but then I understand they have grooves on their wings/wing covers? Any pointers what kind of beetle this is are welcome.

Loch Drolsay panorama, Isle of Islay

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Panoramic picture of a loch in a heathery landscapeSurrounded by the low hills near Bridgend in the centre of Islay lies Loch Drolsay. Glen Drolsay stretching out into the distance.