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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.

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Ignoring the torrential rain, and the price of a full tank of petrol, set off on my annual D&G trip to catch up with Scotland's main population of Nightjars. Headed through Kirkmichael (nesting House Martins) and Straiton (soaring Sparrowhawk). What proved to be the sighting of the day was a Stoat which scampered across the road near the turn off for Loch Bradan. Further on, a Jay swept into the forest and a hare species (do you get Mountain Hares there?) was at Stinchar Bridge. Glentrool, the Big Water of Fleet and the back road to Laurieston were all quiet due to thick, ground level mist (although a Wheatear was on a wire near Damgarroch).
The mist and rain didn't help the Nightjar viewing but single birds were present at two sites with churring at one. A Tawny Owl and Grasshopper Warbler made up the supporting cast.
Headed home via Thornhill and Durisdeer. Visibility was only a few metres, so it was a long and difficult drive. However a Hedgehog across the road near Moniaive and a Barn Owl near Elvanfoot were some consolation.

posted by wellchoughed @ 9:18 pm

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