Blue Tit Birds On Autumn Tuesday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn Tuesday wilfdlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of colourful Blue Tit birds spotted eating on a morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The blue tit bird is identified by its colourful plumage. Blue tit’s wings, tail and crown are bright blue and their other defining features include a yellow breast, green shading on their back, white cheeks, a single white wing bar, and prominent black stripes on the eyes, bib and collar. Although the female and male are nearly indistinguishable, the female is slightly paler. Juveniles can be distinguished from adults as their colouring is more green than blue, and their cheeks are yellow rather than white. Blue tits are typically found in woodland areas, although they are well adapted to gardens and towns. They are very agile birds. The population of this species has flourished due to the increased availability of nest boxes and garden feeders. Blue tits can be observed in gardens eating at bird feeders or scavenging for food. Some of their favourite foods are insects, sunflower hearts, Mealworms, suet and peanuts. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Starling Birds On Autumn Tuesday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K early Autumn Tuesday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of shiny purple and green Starling birds spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The Starling is a familiar bird that breeds in farmland, suburban areas and open woodlands. Seen from a distance, starlings look black with a short tail and pointed yellow bill, but when seen close-to, they are very glossy with a metallic sheen of purples and greens. Starlings forage in lawns, fields, and other open areas with short vegetation. They are primarily insectivores in their natural habitat, but will feed on a wide variety of items outside of their natural diet, including fruits and seeds. The starling can be found throughout lowland Scotland where there is cultivation and pasture. It is generally absent in highlands and in areas dominated by grass or heather moorland. Highest densities are found along the East coast, Central lowlands and Dumfries and Galloway. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes to your physical wellbeing. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Autumn Road Trip Drive To Cross Bridge On History Visit To Spittal of Glenshee Highlands Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4k Autumn travel video of a road trip drive, with Scottish bagpipes music, to cross the humpback bridge on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to Spittal of Glenshee, Scottish Highlands, Eastern Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The bridge was constructed between 1749 and 1763 under the direction of Major William Caulfeild, an officer in the British Army who succeeded General George Wade in overseeing the expansion of Scotland's military road network. Following the final Jacobite rising and the Battle of Culloden in 1746, the British Government sought to open up the Highlands to easily deploy government troops and suppress any future rebellions. The bridge was a critical component of the Blairgowrie to Braemar Military Road, part of the longer route connecting Coupar Angus to the newly built Fort George near Inverness. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. When driving on Scottish roads in Scotland slow down and enjoy the trip. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Low Lighthouse On History Visit To Isle of May Scotland

Tour Scotland very short early Autumn 4K travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking the low ligthouse on the coast of May Island also known as Isle of May on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the Firth of Forth, Britain, United Kingdom. The Isle of May Low Lighthouse, known locally as the Low Light, was built in 1843 and first lit in April 1844 on the east side of the Isle of May to serve as a navigational alignment pair with the main lighthouse. The Low Light had a relatively short active working life. In 1887, the maritime authorities established the North Carr Lightship directly at the reef position. Because the lightship provided a much more direct warning for the rock, the Isle of May Low Lighthouse became redundant and was permanently discontinued. Boat trips to the Isle of May operate from Anstruther and North Berwick. The island is open to visitors from April to the end of September. A typical boat trip from Anstruther lasts 4.5 to 5 hours and includes 2.5 to 3 hours ashore. Trips are dependent on the weather and tides, so booking in advance is recommended, especially for peak season visits to see puffins. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Skipness Castle On History Visit To Kintyre Peninsula Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K early Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking by Skipness Castle on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the East Coast of the Kintyre Peninsula, Britain, United Kingdom. he main structure of the castle was built in the early 13th century by the Clan MacSween, with later fortifications and other additions made to the castle through the 13th, 14th and 16th centuries. The castle was garrisoned with royal troops in 1494, during King James IV of Scotland's suppression of the Isles. Archibald Campbell, 2nd Earl of Argyll, granted Skipness to his younger son, Archibald Campbell, in 1511. During the Wars of the Three Kingdoms in 1646, the castle was besieged by forces under the command of Alasdair Mac Colla. During the siege, Alasdair's brother, Gilleasbuig Mac Colla, was killed in August 1646. The castle was abandoned in the 17th century. The Green Lady of Skipness Castle is said to haunt the location. Of interest to folks with ancestry, genealogy or Scottish Family Roots in Scotland who may wish to visit one day. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. Meteorological Autumn or Fall is different from standard and astronomical Autumn and begins September 1 and ends November 30 All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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