Female Blackbird On Summer Tuesday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer Tuesday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a dark brown female Blackbird spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. Female and juvenile blackbirds have a mainly dark brown plumage. This widespread bird is a common visitor to United Kingdom gardens, and has adapted well to suburban areas, it’s often possible to get quite close. It can also be found in woodland and grassland areas, but you’re much less likely to see it on areas of higher ground and in some parts of Scotland, Common and widespread across Britain, the blackbird population is currently stable, although it has seen periods of decline in the past. One of the biggest threats is lack of food availability, particularly when the weather is dry. Leaving mealworms and ground feeder mix out on bird tables and planting bushes that attract caterpillars to your garden are great ways to help blackbirds. If you were to believe various myths and folktales, you’d find this solitary, territorial bird to be imbued with evil and supernatural powers. Welsh poet R. S. Thomas observed that there was “ a suggestion of dark Places ” about the blackbird that was at odds with its beautiful song. In the story of the life of Saint Benedict, the Devil was said to have come to tempt the saint in the form of a blackbird. The English nursery rhyme “ Sing a Song of Sixpence ” involves blackbirds “ baked in a pie ” which reanimate and sing when the pie is opened. 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. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt On Cullen Bay Beach On Summer History Visit To Coast Of Moray Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and Sporran and walking on Cullen Bay Beach on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to coast of Moray, Britain, United Kingdom. The beach is perhaps best known for its rock formation; The Three Kings beach stack. Legend has it that these 4 metre tall quartzite stacks are the grave stones of three Norse Kings who died at the Battle of Bauds in 962. Robert Burns stayed overnight at, what was then, the old town of Cullen in 1787 during his tour of the Highlands. The organs of the wife of Robert the Bruce are said to have been buried in the old church in Cullen after her death in the area. Robert the Bruce made an annual payment to he village in gratitude for the treatment of his wife's body and its return south for burial. The Moray Coast was a major filming location for The Odyssey. 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. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August 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 Lochan Domhain On Summer History Visit To North Highlands Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Summer travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and Sporran and walking by Lochan Domhain on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the Highlands, Britain, United Kingdom. Lochan Domhain is situated in a highly rugged, isolated mountain landscape near the peaks of Beinn na h-Eaglaise and Meall Dearg moutains. . The name translates directly from Scottish Gaelic as the " deep loch " or " deep little lake" , stemming from domhain, deep and lochan. This ancient trail here is a recognized heritage path used historically by highlanders to move livestock across the difficult terrain. The route runs north from Strathcarron past Coire Fionnaraich, climbing up to the mountain pass at Bealach na Lice, before steering northwest past Loch an Eoin and Loch Domhain down into Annat at the head of Loch Torridon. 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. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August 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 Glenborrodale Bay On Summer History Visit To Ardnamurchan Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K Summer travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a Kilt and and Sporran and walking by Glenborrodale Bay on ancestry, genealogy, family history visit and trip to the coast of Ardnamurchan Peninsula, Lochaber, Highlands, Britain, United Kingdom. It is known for its stunning views of the surrounding islands and landscapes. The Bay is a remote tidal coastal embayment, located on the southern coastline at the head of the sea loch Loch Sunart. 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. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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Grey Squirrel On Summer Monday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Summer Monday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of a bushy tailed Grey Squirrel spotted on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. While Squirrels are known for their agility and resourcefulness in finding food, providing them with supplementary nourishment can offer an exciting opportunity for observation and interaction. As its name suggests, this squirrel typically has a grey coat with white undersides, though the coat colour can also be quite brown at times. Grey squirrels are mainly herbivorous, eating acorns, hazel nuts, berries, fungi, buds and shoots, and even bark. The grey squirrel was introduced to Great Britain in the middle of the 19th century. There is now an estimated population of 2 million making them much more common than the native red squirrel. They arrived in England from North America and are now one of Britain's most well known and frequently seen mammals, with an estimated population of 2 million. It is a myth that grey squirrels chase red squirrels away. Greys are just more adaptable to new surroundings. 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. Feeding grey squirrels provides a wonderful opportunity for observing their behaviours up close. You might witness their playful antics, social interactions, and even their impressive agility while navigating your garden. While squirrels may become accustomed to your presence, it's essential to remember that they are wild animals. Maintain a respectful distance, and never attempt to handle or approach them closely . Feeding grey squirrels in your garden can offer a unique connection to nature, fostering a sense of appreciation for the wildlife that coexists alongside us. By providing suitable and healthy food options, you can contribute to their well-being while enjoying the delightful charm these creatures bring to your outdoor space. Summer in Scotland officially runs from June through August All photographs are copyright of Sandy Stevenson, Tour Scotland, and may not be used without permission.

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