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From prehistoric Shags, Cormorants and Gannets, to Sanderlings running from the surf, sea birds are a delight to photograph.

Atlantic Puffin

Mountain Hare

FINALLY!

Story time: So about 18 months ago, I began searching my local forests for badgers. For photography but also from a conservation standpoint.
Over those 18 months, I have found 5 separate setts, all inclusive of at least 15 entrances and al

FINALLY! Story time: So about 18 months ago, I began searching my local forests for badgers. For photography but also from a conservation standpoint. Over those 18 months, I have found 5 separate setts, all inclusive of at least 15 entrances and all show signs of activity. So many ‘holiday homes’ I have now lost count. Latrines, snuffle pits and even a scratching post. I have monitored each sett with trail cameras and know that some will show during daylight hours. But, I have never been lucky to see them. I have followed every rule you are meant to but I’ve just never had the luck. Until this brief encounter earlier in the week - as I bailed due to the rain, I was walking back through the forest and noticed this badger up to my right. It genuinely scared me, we stared each other down for a few seconds but instead of running away, this badger came straight towards me and carried on past me. It was fleeting, but special. I opted to leave it be, the light faded quickly and this particular forest gives me the creeps. But, fingers crossed for a few more encounters before the winter nights draw in 🤞 #badger #wildlife #ukwildlife #conservation #ukbadgers #badgerbadgerbadger #wildlifephoto

The few days of sun have again passed and it's back to rain.

Despite getting soaked through, photographing in the rain is a lot of fun, with the droplets adding so much interest.

Puffin at Dunnet Head

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The few days of sun have again passed and it's back to rain. Despite getting soaked through, photographing in the rain is a lot of fun, with the droplets adding so much interest. Puffin at Dunnet Head #puffin #rspb #Dunnethead #visitscotland @visitscotland #bbcwildlifepotd #atlanticpuffin #wildlifephotography #uk_wildlife_images #seabirds #rspbimages #naturephotography #naturelovers #birdfreaks #birdsofinstagram

Puffins at Dunnet Head #puffin #puffins #wildlife #rspb #visitscotland #seabirds #nature

Puffins at Dunnet Head #puffin #puffins #wildlife #rspb

Otter in Morvern.

A wonderful day, I was able to be in the presence of this otter for a while, keeping myself low and only moving when it dunked under the water. Such a brilliant animal to observe.

#otter #morvernpeninsula #otterlovers #wildlifepho

Otter in Morvern. A wonderful day, I was able to be in the presence of this otter for a while, keeping myself low and only moving when it dunked under the water. Such a brilliant animal to observe. #otter #morvernpeninsula #otterlovers #wildlifephotographer #wildlifephotography #visitscotland #naturescot #naturephotography #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcwildlifemagazine #ap_magazine #apmagazine

Not quite done with the Puffin photos. It won't be long until these guys leave for the winter.

Being up in Caithness for a month with work has given me a small opportunity to see these at Dunnet Head.

#puffin #sandeels #puffinsofinstagram #puffin

Not quite done with the Puffin photos. It won't be long until these guys leave for the winter. Being up in Caithness for a month with work has given me a small opportunity to see these at Dunnet Head. #puffin #sandeels #puffinsofinstagram #puffins #seabird #rspb #rspbimages I #visitscotland #bbcwildlifepotd #wildlifephotography #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlife #countryfile @bbccountryfile @countrylifemagazine @visitscotland @visitcaithness #nikonphotography

Not quite done with the puffin photos just set. Taken at Dunnet Head a few weeks back.

#puffin #rspb #rspbdunnethead #seabird #puffinsofinstagram #birds #birdphotographý #wildlifephoto #wildlifephotography #uk_wildlife_images #rspbimages #rsp

Not quite done with the puffin photos just set. Taken at Dunnet Head a few weeks back. #puffin #rspb #rspbdunnethead #seabird #puffinsofinstagram #birds #birdphotographý #wildlifephoto #wildlifephotography #uk_wildlife_images #rspbimages #rspblovenature #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcwildlife #countryfile #countryfilemagpotd #visitscotland

I will forever struggle with capturing birds in flight and I definitely don't practice it enough. But I did manage to capture this puffin coming in to land against some very strong winds last week.

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I will forever struggle with capturing birds in flight and I definitely don't practice it enough. But I did manage to capture this puffin coming in to land against some very strong winds last week. See more: www.katiekemsley.com #puffinsofinstagram #puffins #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcwildlifemagazine #countrylife #seabird #seabirdsofinstagram #wildlifephotography #uk_wildlife_images #birds_adored #puffin #visitscotland #visitcaithness #naturephotography @visitscotland @bbcwildlifemagazine @bbcspringwatch @visitcaithness

Close up just after a short rain fall. Taken at Dunnet Head.

#puffin #wildlifephotography #wildlifeportraits #puffins #visitscotland #naturephotography #wildlife #seabirds #wildlifeconservation #ukwildlife #nikoneurope #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildli

Close up just after a short rain fall. Taken at Dunnet Head. #puffin #wildlifephotography #wildlifeportraits #puffins #visitscotland #naturephotography #wildlife #seabirds #wildlifeconservation #ukwildlife #nikoneurope #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlifepotd #birdphotography #birdsofinstagram #atlanticpuffin #puffinsofinstagram @visitscotland @visitcaithness #scotlandwildlife

A few more of the puffins, this time with a mouthful of sandeels.

#puffin #dunnethead #rspb #rspbimages #caithness #visitscotland #puffinsofinstagram #sandeels #seabird #naturescot #bbcwildlifepotd #rspblovenature #northscotland @visitscotland @bb

A few more of the puffins, this time with a mouthful of sandeels. #puffin #dunnethead #rspb #rspbimages #caithness #visitscotland #puffinsofinstagram #sandeels #seabird #naturescot #bbcwildlifepotd #rspblovenature #northscotland @visitscotland @bbcwildlifemagazine

A Puffin in the rain at Dunnet Head.

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A Puffin in the rain at Dunnet Head. #puffin #puffinsofinstagram #atlanticpuffin #dunnethead #rspb #rspbimages #naturelovers #visitscotland #scotland #wildlifephotography #nikonphoto #ukwildlife #puffins #seabird #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlifepotd #visit_scotland

Puffins on Lunga.

Life has been a bit busy just recently which has resulted in fewer outings with my camera. These were taken last year and I am hoping to get back to Lunga in a few weeks to see the Puffins (and shags)🤞🤞

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Puffins on Lunga. Life has been a bit busy just recently which has resulted in fewer outings with my camera. These were taken last year and I am hoping to get back to Lunga in a few weeks to see the Puffins (and shags)🤞🤞 www.katiekemsley.com #Puffins #WildlifePhotography #Lunga #Scotland #NatureLovers #BirdWatching #Conservation #Seabirds #NaturePhotography #ScottishWildlife #ProtectOurPlanet #AtlanticPuffins #ClownsoftheSea #Pufflings #visitscotland #visitscotlandnow #your_wildlife_ #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlife #naturescotland #exclusive_wildlife #nikoneurope #rspb_love_nature #birdsofinstagram #worldseabirdday

A few more of the Morvern otters. I am really missing my days searching g for the otters, but hopefully I will soon have some time over on Mull for otters (and Puffins of course)

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A few more of the Morvern otters. I am really missing my days searching g for the otters, but hopefully I will soon have some time over on Mull for otters (and Puffins of course) www.katiekemsley.com #otter #morvernpeninsula #otterlovers #wildlifephotographer #wildlifephotography #visitscotland #naturescot #naturephotography #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcwildlifemagazine #ap_magazine #apmagazine @ap_magazine @bbcwildlifemagazine @bbcspringwatch

Yesterday I took a drive over to RSPB Troup Head for the first time in a year to see the Gannets.

This is a great spot for birdwatchers but I always struggle with compositions. I have also noticed yet another decline in the Gannet population from l

Yesterday I took a drive over to RSPB Troup Head for the first time in a year to see the Gannets. This is a great spot for birdwatchers but I always struggle with compositions. I have also noticed yet another decline in the Gannet population from last year at this specific spot. However there were so many sitting on their nests, which is very hopeful! #rspb #rspbimages #gannet #seabirds #gannetsofinstagram #nikon #wildlife #nature #naturephotography #wildlifeprotection #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcspringwatch #visitscotland #scotland #scotlandshots #birds #bird_brilliance #aberdeenshire

Mountain Hares with a lot of sass and my favourite!

On Wednesday I went to see the Hares during their transition from white to brown fur. It was a stunning day but somewhat difficult conditions to photograph in. I decided to use it as an opportunity

Mountain Hares with a lot of sass and my favourite! On Wednesday I went to see the Hares during their transition from white to brown fur. It was a stunning day but somewhat difficult conditions to photograph in. I decided to use it as an opportunity to try shooting into the light, something I’ve always struggled with. But for now, it’s see ya later to the Hares until winter comes back around. #hare #ukwildlife #mountainhare #uk_wildlife_images #nikoneurope #british_wildlife_hub #uk_wildlife_photos #naturescotland #visitscotland #naturephotography #photooftheday #autumnwatch #conkermagazinepotd #amateurs_bnw @bbcwildlifemagazine @bbcspringwatch @rspb.scotland #rspb_love_nature @scottishfieldmag #wildlifeconservation #bbccountryfilemagpotd #britishwildlife @bbccountryfile #wildlife_perfection #mammalsociety

Catch of the day.

I am already missing my days spent searching for the elusive otter in Morvern and Strontian. Out of eight outings, I only managed to catch a glimpse three times. This was my last day out in the area and was by far the best encount

Catch of the day. I am already missing my days spent searching for the elusive otter in Morvern and Strontian. Out of eight outings, I only managed to catch a glimpse three times. This was my last day out in the area and was by far the best encounter I have had so far. It was a joy to watch this otter successfully hunt on a sunny afternoon. Definitely a new favourite animal to spend time with. #otter #morvernpeninsula #otterlovers #wildlifephotographer #wildlifephotography #visitscotland #naturescot #naturephotography #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcwildlifemagazine #ap_magazine #apmagazine @ap_magazine @bbcwildlifemagazine @bbcspringwatch

There’s always time for a quick nap between some hunting.

My last day down south before returning to Inverness was spent in Morvern along Loch Aline. I watched this otter hunt and groom for about an hour and it is the best otter encounter I&rs

There’s always time for a quick nap between some hunting. My last day down south before returning to Inverness was spent in Morvern along Loch Aline. I watched this otter hunt and groom for about an hour and it is the best otter encounter I’ve had so far. #otter #morvernpeninsula #otterlovers #wildlifephotographer #wildlifephotography #visitscotland #naturescot #naturephotography #uk_wildlife_images #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcwildlifemagazine #ap_magazine #apmagazine

I had a wee photoshoot with a Toad today while exploring Glencoe Wood. I spotted it on the road while first walking up to the Loch and took advantage of the wonderful light. On my walk back, it had moved onto a rock and it posed so nicely.. we went f

I had a wee photoshoot with a Toad today while exploring Glencoe Wood. I spotted it on the road while first walking up to the Loch and took advantage of the wonderful light. On my walk back, it had moved onto a rock and it posed so nicely.. we went for a dark moody style (my suggestion) for the second shoot and I think it worked pretty well. Kudos to the model. #toad #amphibiansofinstagram #animal #glencoescotland #glencoewood #visitscotland #wild #wildlife #nature #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcspringwatch #uk_wildlife_images #nikon #nikonphotography #scotlandexplore #wildlifephotography #naturephotography #rspb_love_nature #naturereserve #highlandtitles #highlands #rspbscotland

A local barn owl, taken a few weeks ago.

This was such a special few days for me, it was the first time I’d ever seen a barn owl in daylight, and it was beautiful to see. Unfortunately the weather was only decent for one afternoon, but it was

A local barn owl, taken a few weeks ago. This was such a special few days for me, it was the first time I’d ever seen a barn owl in daylight, and it was beautiful to see. Unfortunately the weather was only decent for one afternoon, but it was still a top experience for me. I’m hoping this bird is still there when I’m back up north in a few weeks. #barnowl #owl #owllovers #scotland #rspb #rspb_love_nature #wildlifephotography #nikon #naturescot #visitscotland #naturephotography #girlswhoclick #rspbscotland #bbcwildlifepotd #bbcspringwatch

The past few weeks have seen me down in Fort William for my studies, but I have managed to get out a few times with my camera.

Red Deer are in abundance here in the Highlands but I do still get a little excitement when I see a heard roaming the land

The past few weeks have seen me down in Fort William for my studies, but I have managed to get out a few times with my camera. Red Deer are in abundance here in the Highlands but I do still get a little excitement when I see a heard roaming the lands. #reddeer #deer #scottishtouristboard #scotlandshots #scotland #wildlifelovers #wildlifephotography #nikon #nikoneurope #visitscotland #scotlandhighlands #wildlife_perfection #uk_wildlife_images