The arrival of the Barnacle Geese is one of the many nature spectacles on Islay. From late September thousands of Geese arrive from Greenland and congregate on the tidal mudflats at the head of Loch Gruinart and Loch Indaal. These are also their main … [Read more...] about Barnacle Geese Islay
Wildlife
A Memorable Islay Walk
Some walks we made during our time on Islay will always stay with me and the ones that do usually involved the west coast, wildlife and a perfectly sunny warm day. A Sunday in October 2018 was one of those perfect days with wall to wall … [Read more...] about A Memorable Islay Walk
Islay Eagle Encounter
Spotting an Eagle on Islay is difficult and I know many who have never seen one or have only seen it flying high up in the sky. You really need some luck to get a "Close Encounter" with these majestic birds and you need to keep your eyes open all the … [Read more...] about Islay Eagle Encounter