Activity: Bird Watching (Hen Harriers!)
Female Hen Harrier on Nest
In fresh winds and the odd heavy shower we made our way up onto the moorland that forms part of the Clyde Muirshiel Country Park. After an interesting debate over the identity of some small birds (still unconfirmed) we were lucky enough to see a male Hen Harrier flying across the glen.
Hen Harriers are a red listed species of high conservation concern and the Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) at Clyde Muirshiel Country Park is specially designated because of the Hen Harriers.
For more information on Hen Harriers please visit the RSPB Website
Male Hen Harrier
Female Hen Harrier
Female Hen Harrier
Photographs all taken from www.toothandclaw.org.uk (All copyrights apply)