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Nature

Nature

A closer look at the natural heritage and wildlife of the Kyle of Sutherland area.

Wildlife cameras

Wildlife cameras

Have you ever wondered what wildlife comes to your garden? Thinking of getting a camera trap? Here are some ideas By Cherry Alexander I wouldn’t want to be without my camera traps, although I only use them to identify what wildlife is coming into our garden and woodland. My

Bats in Sutherland

Bats in Sutherland

So how many bat species are there in Sutherland, and which areas are best?   By David Patterson Only six species of bats have been recorded thus far. Two of these are scarce/rare; Noctule and Natterers bat. The main bat fauna involves four species; common and soprano pipistrelle bat, Daubenton’

Our vital bumblebees

Our vital bumblebees

No summer’s day in the garden would be complete without the buzz of the busy bees. Bumblebees are the most noticeable species of bees. Their genus name is Bombus, allegedly named for their deep, booming buzz. By Cherry Alexander Although there are only 19 species of bumblebees that are