Otter sightings & others

12/10/2013

Some excitement around from the summer. In July, as I walked towards the footbridge near the bing in Waterside, I heard a strange chirping noise over at the water. Sure enough I was lucky to catch a quick glimpse of 2 small otters, running for cover.

Recently in September, another couple of locals said they saw 2 otters (perhaps the same ones) further downstream in the grassy area away from the footpath. keep an eye out folks and report it if you can!

4 Comments

Danny McFadden

13/10/2013 01:58:06 am

I forgot to mention that as well as the regular deer I've seen I did get my first sighting of the kingfisher that most have seen. Would be great to get a shot of it

Karen Chesney

15/10/2013 10:48:03 pm

Hi Danny, My name is Karen, I live in Waterside and I am also a member of the Scottish Wildlife Trust. I have a huge interest in the wildlife of Waterside and have some photos. I seen my first otter last month in the Luggie Water and have had many sightings of the kingfisher. Its great to have someone like yourself who cares about this very important area of wildlife. Will get some photos to you soon. Karen.

Danny McFadden

16/10/2013 12:04:06 am

Hi Karen, will catch up with you soon. Looking forward to the photos you have. I always find something interesting to see when I'm out there.

Evie

30/10/2013 05:35:46 am

I also spotted that kingfisher a fortnight ago. I was standing on the bridge taking a photo of the heron when the kingfisher flew right under the bridge. Such a fantastic flash of blue!

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