The Natural World

The beauty of Nature, Fauna and Flora that can be seen from the cottages or round about is absolutely stunning. All year round there is something different to see and experience

Fledgling Buzzard | Fauna

Sheltering in the tree on a Dreich day

Wow! Life is fun here | Fauna

Lambing time is such an exciting time, all around Bluefolds new little ones are appearing. Spring has sprung!

Duck patrol | Fauna

Have you seen those humans over there,, they never look comfortable and calm on the water lol

Duck family paddling | Fauna

Mother teaching her family about life in the world, Forres has a few good places for this type of photograph

Brown Hare Leaping | Fauna

Best open my eyes and look where I'm going!

What you looking at? | Fauna

Yes you can take my photograph, I'm getting used to it.

Peregrine Falcon | Fauna

A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'. Shush, can't you see I'm concentrating

Wild Flower at Falls of Linn | Flora

Lovely walk | Easy going, level stroll | not far from cottages

European Eagle Owl

Do you think the head tilt works for me?

Red Deer Stag | Fauna

A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society

Sandpiper | Fauna

Waiting to cross the Burn safely, on a circular walk through the Braes of Glenlivet

Spring Iris | Flora

Peeping up to say hello, there are lots of signs of Spring around the cottages

Roses in bloom | Flora

Stunning roses of summer, cultivated along side nature

Local Neighbours | Fauna

Just love the black knees, hello little one

What are we getting the kids for Christmas?

Male Pheasant | Fauna

Don't rush me, I can't decide which way to go

Rock pools sea erosion | Other

Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures

It's great to get close to nature

AWWWW factor with the newborn lambs

Anthyllis Vulneraria Maritima

Saw this on the cliff edge overlooking the rock

Local Neighbours | Fauna

I'm new here you know. Come and meet me just outside the door of the cottages

Hillhead of Morinsh Blackface | Fauna

Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)

Woodland Bluebells | Flora

One of the many fauna sights around the cottages

Seaweed | Other

Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools

Peregrine Falcon | Fauna

Noble Falcon stretching his wings, Great place to visit, fun for all the family

Male Hen Harrier

Out scoping the menu area

Stunning against the purple backdrop of the Glenlivet Crown Estate

Hillhead Black Face Sheep

Learn from our neighbours on how to enjoy life

Cuckoo monitoring guard

to exit or not - Fence sitting

Tree fungus | Flora

An interesting necessity of nature, the camera captures the intricacy of a symbiotic relationship

Moss and Lichen | Flora

Different hues of green against the bark

Mountain Alpine | Flora

Nature close up, and providing great backdrops / settings for photography

Cormorants sunbathing | Fauna

See these sunbather all along the Moray Coast, just a short ride away from the cottages

Silent but .....

Community patrol | Fauna

Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)

Water Drip A Moment In Time | Other

Wonders of Nature

Red Deer Parade | Fauna

If we tiptoe passed do you think we will be seen?

Young Rabbit | Fauna

Cute little garden guest always watching out for friends or foes

Stay away or I bolt!

Field Poppy Flower | Flora

Everywhere you look something grabs your attention all year round

Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna

A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'. I think he liked it here

Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna

You'll blink before I will. A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'

That was a lovely nap (see my previous photo)

Rock pools sea erosion | Other

Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures

Findhorn Beach | Coast

Enjoy the beach, the sounds and the abundant wildlife ... not forgetting family fun and the picnic

Young Rabbit | Fauna

Wow the world is big!

Mistle Thrush | Fauna

All year round regular visitor

Bluebells | Flora

Butterfly enjoying an early opportunity to feed

Female Blackbird | Fauna

What do you mean it's not to your taste?

Garden Plant | Flora

even in abandoned grounds beauty can be found

Oystercatcher | Fauna

Fun birds to see, all over NE Scotland

Bell Heather | Flora

Partridge Family | Fauna

The Partridge Family! Which one is David Cassidy?

Curlew in flight | Fauna

Nests and raises its young on moorland all around the cottages

Looking good Mr K!

Community hall | Fauna

sit and watch the sheep gather during the summer right outside the gardens

Herring Gull | Fauna

OK human that's close enough, I'm kind of busy here

Morinsh Woods Fallen trees | Flora

Nature claiming back it's investment for the next generations

Sandpiper | Fauna

Waiting to cross the Burn safely, on a circular walk through the Braes of Glenlivet

Motherhood | Fauna

I was a late arrival but I like it now I'm here at Bluefolds

Okay, I'm ready take your photograph now

Lochindorb Castle | Historic Scotland

Drive right around the Loch, the castle in in the middle of it. A great place to see more wildlife so don't forget your camera

Welcome back Flowers | Flora

Brownie points on return from Australia

Pebbles on a beach | Other

Interesting what can be "Seen" when you look down

Looking Down, here I come ready or not!

Highland coo | Fauna

It's a hard life being Scotland's Supermodel

Berries in Winter Snow | Flora

Natural feeding stations for birds throughout the year, loved by visiting Waxwings in particular

Brown Hare | Fauna

Can be seen all year round, and occasional but rather rare visits of their cousin the Mountain Hare

Hillhead of Morinsh Blackface

Famous Pedigree hill sheep from Hillhead of Morinsh farm

Hillhead of Morinsh Texel | Fauna

Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)

Grass strand on Beach | Other

Land fighting back against the erosion of coastal areas

It's great to get close to nature, who knows what else you will see that close up

Skyline contrast with the trees

Great lighting around the cottages today

Texel Newborn April 2020 | Fauna

20 mins old | Still wobbly legged | Mum Why! do I have to get up?

Not often do I rest

Heather and Lichen | Flora

never forget your camera, opportunities are all around us in this stunning part of Scotland

Daffodil surprise | Flora

Hardy plants though, pushed on through the snow and gave a fantastic display

Highland coo | Fauna

It's a hard life being an Icon

Brown Hare Launch | Fauna

Close my eyes and away we go

Wildflower by roadside | Flora

Take your time to notice the wild flowers, summer's wildside

Herring Gull | Fauna

I let the humans take this picture

European Wolves | Fauna

A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society

A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society

Ladybird | Fauna

just out for a walking workout!

Oystercatchers in flight | Fauna

Oystercatchers are regulars in the field in front of the cottages. Easy to spot too

Grandfather's Beard | Flora

will only grow when the air is clean, so plenty of it on the trees around the cottages

I'm not a Sea Eagle, I'm Bald!

Grey wagtail - Falls of Linn | Fauna

Who cares about the spray with this is your dining room

Lonesome Scots Pine | Flora

a vision in green all year round

Gorse Flower | Flora

Abundant all over the region, and a heart warming sight when in bloom

Young Hedgehog | Fauna

Taking a stroll around the gardens

Poppy Seed Head | Flora

Nature close up

Pebbles on the beach | Other

Looking down sometimes has its benefits

Eider Duck | Fauna

Life is a paddle

Pebbles on a beach | Other

Interesting what can be "Seen" when you look down

Longhorn steer | Fauna

Logie Steading is not far from the cottages, where you can see these ancient beauties.

Thistle in flower | Flora

Watch out for the prickles, maybe use the zoom for this one

Hillhead of Morinsh Blackface | Fauna

Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)

Tortoise Shell Butterfly | Fauna

Buddleia (Butterfly Bush) is in the corner of the garden outside the cottages, always attracts beautiful butterflies in the summer

Super Moon April 2020 | Other

On the edge of the Cairngorms Dark Skies Park

Poppy Seed Pod | Flora

Waiting for the right moment

Alpine fruit | Flora

these are one reason to follow the code and minimise your footfall impact when out and about

Duck Paddling | Fauna

Balance is the key to a successful slide

Dandelions | Flora

We love honey, come and make it please.

Heather amongst the rocks | Flora

never forget your camera, opportunities are all around us in this stunning part of Scotland

Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna

A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'

Red Deer Parade | Fauna

On the ridgeline climbing higher towards Ben Rinnes

Young Hedgehog | Fauna

out and about during the day!

Flowering Thistle bud | Flora

Mid Summer and Scotland is thriving

First Red Squirrel we have seen at Bluefolds

Bumble Bee | Fauna

I get a buzz from being here

European Wolves | Fauna

A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society

Cabbage White | Fauna

Enjoy life late in Spring

I wake up and the grass has grown it must be spring

It's great to get close to nature, who knows what else you will see that close up

"These are getting heavy? I think I'm getting a headache!

Male Pheasant | Fauna

You'll be able to see me all around Bluefolds

Rock Formations | Other

Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures

Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna

A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'. I think he liked it here

Herring Gull | Fauna

How many different gulls and other sea birds will you see on your trip to the coast

Rock Pool | Other

Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools / rock sculptures

Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna

A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'

Red Grouse | Fauna

Great to see and hear from the cottages

Male Hen Harrier

Voles & Mice beware

Lapwing Visitor | Fauna

It's fabulous just watching them swoop around the fields surrounding the cottages. It is easy to loose and hour or three watching the Lapwings

Buffalo | Fauna

A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society

An iconic symbol

Pebbles on a beach | Other

Interesting what can be "Seen" when you look down

Morinsh Woods | Flora

Autumnal colours add a splash of colour when out walking

Holly Leaf | Flora

A great place to spend the festive season for a getaway break

Community hall | Fauna

Sit and be watched

Bell Heather | Flora

Amazing how colours can vary up and down a branch

I know you're looking at me

European Eagle Owl | Fauna

Great for all ages (Kids enjoy and learn at the same time, what an experience)

Brown Hare Launch | Fauna

Whats that?, time to go

Scots Pine in Winter | Flora

Always a camera opportunity, then warm up by the fire in the cottage with a dram

Local Neighbours | Fauna

Why not come and see all the new neighbours for yourself

Peregrine Falcon | Fauna

The noble Peregrine Falcon stretching his wings, Great place to visit, fun for all the family

Bog Cotton | Flora

Higher up the track on the grouse moors

Male Hen Harrier

Flying made easy

Highland Coo | Fauna

Scotland's next Bovine supermodel

Heather and Lichen | Flora

never forget your camera, opportunities are all around us in this stunning part of Scotland

Water drip A moment in time | Other

Algae directing water drips

Mistle Thrush | Fauna

All year round regular visitor

Spring Iris | Flora

Now that's purple. Don't forget your camera, there's a lot to capture

Guillemots sunbathing | Fauna

I'll go in after you, it looks a bit choppy

Life goes on | Flora

Even a break won't stop nature

Grey wagtail - Falls of Linn | Fauna

Aerial acrobatics in pursuit of lunch

Seaweed | Other

Tide left behind some interesting camera opportunities and stunning rock pools

Pied Wagtail | Fauna

Looking for nesting material

Packhorse Bridge | Historic Scotland

Just five minutes from the cottages, a great place to watch for wildlife or just watch the water and ponder

Garden Plant | Flora

even in abandoned grounds beauty can be found

A fantastic family day out, free to members of the Royal Zoological Society

Hillhead of Morinsh Sheep | Fauna

Famous Pedigree hill sheep stock from Hillhead of Morinsh farm (The Shearer Clan)

Duck paddling | Fauna

Okay, maybe i'll stay here the sun has come out

will only grow when the air is clean, so plenty of it on the trees around the cottages

Highland coo | Fauna

No autographs please

These flies are a pain in the ......

Highland Coo | Fauna

Supermodels of the Bovine world

Field Poppy Flower | Flora

Sunbathing for nature

Spring Flower | Flora

Outside a derelict croft in Clash Woods

Lapwing Visitor | Fauna

It's fabulous just watching them swoop around the fields surrounding the cottages. It is easy to loose and hour or three watching the Lapwings

European Eagle Owl | Fauna

Great for all ages (a favourite of ours due to the passion of the John and the team)

Kestrel hovering

Looking for dinner

Duck Paddling | Fauna

Balance is the key to a successful slide

Curlew visitor | Fauna

Nests and raises its young on moorland all around the cottages

Determined Alpines | Flora

Exposed cliff face at Bow Fiddle Rock, supporting all forms of life

Herring Gull | Fauna

Taking in the view!

I think they saw me!

Siskin Dewy Morning | Fauna

One of numerous birds and animals you'll see right outside your door

Harris Hawk | Fauna

Another star showing off for the guests

Autumnal Daisy | Flora

opposite extremes of natural life

An iconic symbol

Mistle Thrush | Fauna

All year round regular visitor

Red Deer Stag | Fauna

We are so lucky to be able to see Red Deer close to Bluefolds

Grandfathers beard | Flora

will only grow when the air is clean, so plenty of it on the trees around the cottages

Peregrine Barbary Falcon cross | Fauna

A whole new meaning to 'pet friendly'

Water flowing | Other

Red Grouse Male | Fauna

Great to see and hear from the cottages

Young Hedgehog | Fauna

it is a tough life

Spring Crocus | Flora

Peeping up to say hello, there are lots of signs of Spring around the cottages

Peregrine Falcon | Fauna

Noble Peregrine falcon stretching his wings

I'm sure the paperazzi can't see me

Waterside Wildflower | Flora

Stop and take a picture of the flowers by the waterside, there are plenty of wonderful walks nearby