Grey Squirrels On Autumn Monday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland 4K Autumn Monday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of bushy tailed Grey Squirrels spotted opening feeder box and eating peanuts 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. 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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Magpie Birds On Autumn Monday Visit To My Cottage Garden Scone Perth Perthshire Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Autumn Monday wildlife nature camera travel video clip of the sight and sounds of beautiful, sociable, black and white Magpie Birds spotted eating on morning visit and trip to my Scottish cottage garden in Scone by Perth, Perthshire, Britain, United Kingdom. The magpie bird is one of our most familiar birds and the source of much myth and legend: '" ne for sorrow, two for a joy "is a rhyme that many children learn. Magpies are, in fact, small crows, and are omnivorous, feeding on carrion, invertebrates, and chicks and eggs. They are sociable birds and are often seen in small groups across many habitats, from gardens to parks, and heaths to hedges. The magpie is an unmistakeable long tailed bird. It is mainly black, with a white belly and white patches on the shoulders and wings. Folklore surrounds the magpie: from providing good luck when greeted, to being in league with the Devil, its ubiquitous presence has provided plenty of opportunities for stories. Many surround religion, including the belief that it didn't mourn with all the other birds at Christ's crucifixion, and that it refused to enter Noah's Ark, preferring to stay on the roof and swear for the whole journey. Find things to see and do in Scotland where you are always welcome. 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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Scotsman Walking Wearing Kilt By Otter Monument On History Visit To Dumfries And Galloway Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and sporran and walking by an Otter monument on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the coast Dumfries And Galloway, Britain, United Kingdom. Perched on the lichen covered rocks of Craigengour overlooking Luce Bay, the monument specifically celebrates the renowned Scottish author and naturalist Gavin Maxwell, born 1914, 1969, and his world famous relationship with his pet otter. Gavin Maxwell was born nearby at the House of Elrig and grew up on his family’s ancient estate, Monreith House. After traveling through the Iraqi marshlands in the 1950s, he adopted an orphaned, smooth coated otter cub that was later classified as a previously unknown subspecies and named Lutrogale perspicillata maxwelli or Maxwell's otter in his honour. Maxwell brought the otter, named Mijbil, back to Scotland. Whenever he returned to visit his family seat at Monreith, he was frequently seen exercising Mijbil on the beaches below the cliffs. His experiences with the animal inspired his 1960 literary masterpiece, Ring of Bright Water, which sold over two million copies worldwide and sparked a massive public fascination with otters in Britain. The book was later adapted into a highly successful 1969 film of the same name. Tragically, Mijbil passed away after Maxwell's remote cottage in northwest Scotland caught fire in 1968. Maxwell himself died of cancer a year later. 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 Broch On History Visit To Hawks Ness Shetland Scotland

Tour Scotland very short 4K Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and and Sporran and walking on Hawks Ness headland on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to the east coast of mainland Shetland Islands, Britain, United Kingdom. The headland is characterized by a high spine or ridge that rises to 272 feet at the Ward of Breiwick, angling sharply out into the North Atlantic Ocean and is also of national historical importance due to the presence of an Iron Age broch positioned at Corbie Geo. Like many ancient sites across Scotland, much of the original, neatly dressed building stone was historically dismantled and repurposed by later inhabitants to build nearby agricultural sheep folds and drystone dykes. The broch belongs to a vast network of hundreds of Iron Age towers spread across northern and western Scotland. It was purposely constructed on high coastal ground to serve as a high status farmstead, a community refuge, or a visual symbol of power overlooking vital maritime paths. 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 Crow Stone On History Visit To Dumfries And Galloway Scotland

Tour Scotland short 4K Autumn travel video clip of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and sporran and walking by a prehistoric Crow Stone on ancestry, genealogy, history visit and trip to Dumfries And Galloway, Britain, United Kingdom. It is a Neolithic or Bronze Age standing stone. In ancient Scottish lore, crows were known as the primary Birds of Battle. Due to their nature as clever scavengers, their presence over a field was seen as an omen of imminent bloodshed. This grim association is famously immortalised in the traditional Scottish ballad The Twa Corbies, The Two Crows, which narrates two crows discussing how they plan to dine on a fallen, forgotten knight. In Gaelic mythology, the Hooded Crow is closely linked to the Cailleach Bhéara, the ancient hag goddess of winter and creation. She was said to manifest as a great hooded crow, wielding shape-shifting powers that connected the birds directly to witchcraft and the supernatural world. The history of northern and island Scotland such as Shetland and Orkney is heavily tied to Viking history. Norsemen flew the magical Raven Banner during battles across Scottish territories. The banner was believed to grant victory to the army carrying it, though the individual bearer was often fated to die. Of interesr 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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