Otter prints in the sand of Saligo Bay, Isle of Islay

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Picture of Otter prints on a beachA few minutes before taking this picture I saw the Otter running across the beach in Saligo Bay, these footprints are what it left behind.

Otter on the Jura Shore of the Sound of Islay (2)

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Picture of an Otter in kelp on a shoreAn Otter on the shore of the Sound of Islay, spotted by my sister Imke during a walk along the shore on Jura. Picture courtesy of my sister Imke.

Otter on Rocks in Machir Bay, Isle of Islay

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Picture of an Otter on some rocks, waves in the backgroundSome of the best 5 minutes I’ve ever had on Islay: I was jogging on the beach in Machir Bay one morning when I spotted something on the rocks towards the southern end. Coming closer it turned out it was an Otter enjoying its breakfast. While I only had a small bridge camera with me I was able to take a few pictures and film some video, as the Otter let me come very close. An amazing experience.

For the video follow this link:

YouTube: Otter in Machir Bay, Isle of Islay