Wild about Wester Ross

Wild about Wester Ross Discovering the Wild Side of Wester Ross - www.wildaboutgairloch.com

Wild About Gairloch began as a venture between several groups in the Gairloch area of Wester Ross in 2011 and was a four day exploration of the natural wildlife of the beautiful area, including boat trips, guided walks and evening presentations by recognised experts in their field. In 2012 it is to become a year round celebration of everything 'wild' in the Wester Ross area including the landscape

, art, photography, wildlife, nature, food and drink through a combination of events, activities, demonstrations, walks, speakers and much, much more! Details of the events planned for the year of 2012 so far are:

Wild About Art Weekend - 13th to 16th April 2012
Wild About Nature Week - 21st to 27th June 2012
Wild About Food Weekend - 28th Sept to 1st Oct 2012

For more information on Wester Ross check out: www.visitwester-ross.com and www.celticfringe.org.uk

Some of the (very) recent sightings from  Hebridean Whale Cruises, Gairloch !
24/08/2021

Some of the (very) recent sightings from Hebridean Whale Cruises, Gairloch !

It's not always about impressive creatures with claws and teeth! Some of the smaller wildlife representatives are worthy...
04/08/2021

It's not always about impressive creatures with claws and teeth! Some of the smaller wildlife representatives are worthy of a mention as well.....

Spotted this charming Fox Moth caterpillar next to one of our trails. When they emerge as moths, the males have a "foxy" red/brown hue earning them their name. Females tend to be grey/brown with larger forewings and lacking the hairy antenae of the males. We can tell this is a younger caterpillar by the bright orange bands running along the body.

Ok, these aren't soaring eagles, fierce wildcats, or boat chasing cetaceans......but aren't they lovely wee things! We h...
17/07/2021

Ok, these aren't soaring eagles, fierce wildcats, or boat chasing cetaceans......but aren't they lovely wee things! We haven't seen hedgehogs in the garden for nearly 20 years! And suddenly there's a queue.......

Nice wee phone shot of what I think is a Magpie Moth? Also, (phone and " I think" again)...an Emperor Moth Caterpillar.
12/07/2021

Nice wee phone shot of what I think is a Magpie Moth? Also, (phone and " I think" again)...an Emperor Moth Caterpillar.

Came across this yesterday, just lying on the path....bit risky for a wee Dragonfly! Perfectly alive, though. Playing po...
16/06/2021

Came across this yesterday, just lying on the path....bit risky for a wee Dragonfly! Perfectly alive, though. Playing possum?

Greylag Goose with adorable Green Goslings- at sheildaig
16/05/2021

Greylag Goose with adorable Green Goslings- at sheildaig

Beautiful Mallard - taken at sunrise this morning. Photography by kavanak.com
20/02/2021

Beautiful Mallard - taken at sunrise this morning. Photography by kavanak.com

See cormorants and other amazing wildlife at Gairloch Harbour.  There are  also boat trips , a post office/shop , galler...
22/10/2020

See cormorants and other amazing wildlife at Gairloch Harbour. There are also boat trips , a post office/shop , gallery and a coffee shop.

Torridon, a magical location, mountains, beaches and incredible wildlife..  there’s a shop for a cup of coffee and a cak...
08/10/2020

Torridon, a magical location, mountains, beaches and incredible wildlife.. there’s a shop for a cup of coffee and a cake , a cafe and community centre. Photography by kavanak.com

Bath time at Opinan Beach ! Opinan is a beautiful White Sandy beach , perfect for all ages , even toddlers , with easy a...
30/09/2020

Bath time at Opinan Beach ! Opinan is a beautiful White Sandy beach , perfect for all ages , even toddlers , with easy access for buggies.
Photography by kavanak.com

The variety of wildlife here is incredible.  I do enjoy seeing these cormorants take off. It’s quite a feat in itself!
27/09/2020

The variety of wildlife here is incredible. I do enjoy seeing these cormorants take off. It’s quite a feat in itself!

Beautiful Highland Cow Calf - photography by kavanak.com
10/09/2020

Beautiful Highland Cow Calf - photography by kavanak.com

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