Believe or not, I am still sharing what we saw on Day 3
of my birding trip to Scotland. Before we left Aviemore we also saw Black
Grouse. On our way to Pintorn Valley
where we were hoping to see Golden Eagles, we saw Buzzard, Rook, Jackdaw and Pheasant, When we arrived there in very cold conditions, we
spied, high up on the mountain, 2 Mountain Hares and also 4 Red Deer.
Mountain Hare
Red Deer
We all scanned the skies and eventually saw a Golden Eagle fly over the white of the mountains. I don't think even the boys with the enormous lens got a photo due to the eagle being a great distance away.
Nevertheless, the scenery was beautiful and it was so peaceful and quiet, however we could not stay long there as it was so cold.
These are some of the group and one of them pointing
out a
Raven and Buzzard.
I had never seen a Mountain Hare so that was exciting
for me and although I did not get close up or good photographs of them or the
Deer, I was pleased to get a record shot.
I hope you enjoyed this post.
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A super post, I enjoyed looking at all these lovely photographs. The scenery is gorgeous! And it was fun to see the animals. Thank you Margaret!
ReplyDeleteSuper photos- what a beautiful place. I LOVE the mountain hare- you must have been so excited. I've never seen one either and would love to. CT x
ReplyDeleteI'm just as fascinated by the scenery Margaret; those huge snowy mountains; it sure looks chilly! Were you laden up with warm gear?
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful place to look for and photograph wildlife. The mountains make me want to be there - bundled up, of course.
ReplyDeletesuch gorgeous countryside! the deer and hare are a bonus!
ReplyDeleteHi Margaret and thank you for your kind words last week. I even had my blogger reading list missing for past 2 days, and could not keep up...it was so frustrating. Back on now and so glad. The way that I have to upload is done kind of through the back door of my blog. These images that you have shared are really beautiful. Have a great week~
ReplyDeleteYou sure got some good 'ticks' on your Scottish safari Margaret! Lovely scenery, even if it does look a bit on the cold and bleak side!...[;o)
ReplyDeleteWhat a grand adventure! Beautiful scenery......the wildlife, cool temps and Black Grouse are very appealing:) Love all the pics here. You sure are having a lot of fun:)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place to find a Mountain Hare and especially Golden Eagle. I am jealous.
ReplyDeleteAs we continue to swelter over here, these cool images are a delight - even without the wildlife. With it? Double bonus. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteIt certainly looks cold Margaret. How wonderful to see the Mountain Hare like that, and also a Golden Eagle, even if a little distant.
ReplyDeleteStunning scenery. It is always a thrill to see Red Deer.
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