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Natural Connections

Modern life in Scotland is increasingly busy. The connections our ancestors had with nature and the land are being lost. As leisure time shrinks, or is filled with hi-tech experiences, opportunities to experience nature become fewer. And yet it is possible to connect with nature on a day to day basis. All around us, the great web of life continues to hold its shape, and nature continues its eternal cycles. Keep looking, listening, smelling, touching - and keep experiencing natural connections.

Saturday, July 04, 2009

A busy day of walks. This morning, checked out the farmland between Howwood and Kilbarchan. Birding highlights included Mute Swan, Shelduck, Mallard, Coot and Moorhen all with young, singing Sedge Warbler, Willow Warbler, Blackcap and Whitethroat, a singing Song Thrush mimicking Buzzard and Curlew, two Ravens calling loudly from electricity pylons, nesting House Martins and close views of Bullfinch and Buzzard. Driving home, a Great crested Grebe and 12 Tufted Duck were at Rowbank Cottage.
This afternoon, walked to Hawkhead Woodland and back, adding Kingfisher, Great spotted Woodpecker and Chiffchaff to the day list.

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