January 2007
The first half of January was not perfect weather-wise for wildlife watching, with high winds and rain dominating. However, Bird highlights included: A beautiful Barn Owl on nearby farmland, a hunting Red Kite low over the A9, and a decent view through the scope of a Golden Eagle, all on the 2nd. A rare day of dry,cold weather on the 6th produced a decent day-list including a good, close view of 7 Whooper Swans on a flooded field close to the River Spey, a Hen Harrier (ringtail) and 4 Black Grouse on the moors at Dawn, and a close encounter with a gorgeous Mountain Hare, it's pure white winter coat making it very easy to pick out on the virtually snow-free slopes of a local glen!
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