The first Osprey of the Year On the far side of the Loch. This Osprey ‘fished’ for about an hour – this was its only ‘dive’ with no result.
Heron versus Cygnets. In spite of being regularly watched by the Heron which is often within fifty metres of the Swan family ….. ….. due to the adults protection there are still eight Cygnets (count the heads) and they are growing fast.
Close to jeopardy! The Swans and Cygnets are in the middle of the Loch whilst ….. ….. nearby on the shore a Heron keeps an eye on a potential meal. Sadly small Cygnets are vulnerable to Heron predation.
Natures confetti As summer approaches the fallen petals from the Cherry tree blooms carpet the ground …… …and the Bluebells in the wood begin to fade.
Definitely eight Cygnets Adults still very wary and protecting their offspring – long telephoto shot!
The ‘Golden’ hill. Standing out in the mist the gold coloured Whin (Gorse) bushes in full bloom at the north end of the Loch.
This years Cygnets Emerging from the far rush and thick mist today there looks to be eight Cygnets this year …..