Barnacle Geese at Loch Indaal near Bridgend, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a large flock of Barnacle Geese in flight in front of trees in autumn coloursThe impressive show of the Barnacle Geese visiting Islay over the winter. Here a large group has been spooked at the top of Loch Indaal, flying past the trees near Islay House at Bridgend.

Wave breaking over Port Charlotte pier, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a wave breaking over a small pier, gulls still sitting on the pier wallOn a windy day on Islay the waves often break spectacularly over Port Charlotte pier. The gulls don’t seem to take much notice though, largely ignoring the wave breaking only a few feet away.

Barnacle Geese lifting off, Isle of Islay

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Picture of a few Barnacle Geese lifting off from a shoreSome Barnacle Geese lifting off after having been spooked at the shore of Loch Indaal on Islay.