Common seal

Often found around shallow, inland waters, Scotland is home to around 90% of the UK's 33,000 common seals…
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Guillemots and razorbills chick at sea

Don't miss the nesting colonies of guillemots widely spread on cliffs in Scotland including Marwick Head in Orkney…
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Minke whales off west coast

The smallest of the rorqual family, minke whales are dark in colour with white undersides…
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Puffins carrying fish to their young

The nation's seabird colonies are still alive well into July with puffins zipping to and from their burrows with mouthfuls of sand eels…
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Swallows & martins

Swallows and martins gather in groups at this time of year to prepare for their long flight to Africa where they will spend the winter…
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Wildlife & Plants in August
Wildlife & Plants in June