Black grouse.

 A day out with our host Simon. Simon is not only a genorous host but an excellent birdwatcher with an extensive knowledge of the Highlands. We  visited severa spots and this blog covers some of the highlights. Stuart needed red and black grouse for his year list.

We saw 32 in total including one on a telegraph post! Next target bird was a red grouse, which we disturbed as we drove along. White-tailed eagle sat on the top of a distant tree.

Sadly no divers but another beautiful place.

Not the best of weather but the autumn colours are stunning.

One last stop as the light was starting to fade and the mist was rolling in.

A brief glimpse of a crested tit

Dipper on a stream.

Another year tick for Sturt. An excellent days birding thanks to Simon. 

Sadly our last day. Many thanks to Simon and Fiona for their excellent hospitality, I hope to return for another visit next year.

Thanks to Stuart for his brilliant company.

Trip list total is under review but I think is about 80 birds, plus red squirrel and red deer.