As I am standing on the rugged shores of the Isle of Mull, the mist rolling in off the Atlantic, suddenly a sleek shape glides effortlessly through the water. With a flick of its tail and a curious glance, I realised I had caught my first glimpse of an Eurasian otter. This was a bucket […]

Located in the Treshnish Isles of Scotland, Lunga is a haven not only for wildlife enthusiasts but also for conservationists, who are passionate about preserving the charismatic puffins that live there. These striking birds, with their iconic bright beaks and comically thoughtful expressions, draw visitors from around the globe, making them a cornerstone species for […]

Imagine walking through the woods and suddenly, a rapid, rhythmic drumming breaks the silence, capturing your attention. I can guarantee that it is the sound of the great spotted woodpecker, a master carpenter of the bird world. With their striking black and white plumage accented by vivid red under-tails, they are not just a sight […]

Photographing Red Deer In Great Britain Red deer (Cervus Elaphus) GB population 350,000Height 110-120cm Weight unto 225kg Lifespan upto 25 years “I love to photograph Red deer, they are such a majestic animal with a fascinating history.”  Red deer are the largest wild terrestrial mammal in Britain. The male antlers can grow up to a […]

Where to Photograph Atlantic Puffins in the UK Atlantic puffin (Fratercula artica) GB Population 580,000 pairsLength 26-29cm Wingspan 53cm Weight 310-550g Lifespan upto 30 years “I will never forget getting my first photo of a Puffin at Bempton Cliffs in Yorkshire and how it elevated my passion for wildlife photography and travelling the country to […]

Red Squirrels – where have they all gone? Red Squirrel (Sciurus Vulagris) Great Britain population 140,000 Length 21cm (adult) Weight 330g (adult) Lifespan 3-4 years The idea of photographing red squirrels is like Marmite, some photographers love it (like me) and some just aren’t fussed or bothered about finding them and taking photos. I remember first seeing them when I was […]

The story of the little owl and how it arrived in England Little Owl (Athene Noctua) GB population 6,000 pairs Length 22cm (adult) Wingspan 56cm Weight 180g Lifespan 15-16 years “Sometimes referred to as the old world Burrowing Owl, the Owl of Athena or the Owl of Minerva” The little owl is closely associated with the […]