Out of the water for a stroll! A Great Diving Beetle (just over an inch in length and normally aquatic) slowly making it’s way along the boathouse track.
The Boss Not a welcoming sight if you are a visiting swan! The male Mute Swan (the Cob) controls which other swans are welcome!
The Swan Family – Contre-jour. Mum and the seven cygnets – unfortunately Dad was too far behind to make the photograph!
The Fledgelings. This years Swallow fledgelings explore their new surroundings … ..and then return to flying lessons!
The Sparrowhawk Having missed its quarry………. ..the Sparrowhawk returned to its roadside observation post.
Curious Roe Deer Like many wild creatures when disturbed, this Roe Deer Hind ran then stopped and turned back for a look.
A very warm day. Having washed in the pond the resident male Blackbird finds a sheltered spot to sunbathe and dry off!
Damselflies – are seen frequently around the Loch in the warmer weather. Common Blue – male. ( between 4cm – 5cm in length.) Common Blue – female (between 5cm – 6cm in length).