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June in Bloom!

  • Writer: Ewan Miles
    Ewan Miles
  • 19 minutes ago
  • 1 min read

Over the past few weeks, Mull has experienced cooler temperatures, creating a refreshing atmosphere across the island. Despite the chill in the air, the natural world is thriving, with an abundance of wildlife gracing the landscape. Vibrant butterflies like Green Hairstreks and stunning dragonflies like Golden-ringed Dragonflies are now emerging, flitting about in search of warmth and nourishment. Additionally, a variety of wildflower species are in full bloom, painting the island with splashes of colour and adding to the enchanting beauty of Mull's diverse ecosystem.


Green Hairstreak feeding from Bluebells
Green Hairstreak feeding from Bluebells

Adult Golden Eagle - sadly a lot of failed pairs around the island again this year but still wonderful to see on our tours!
Adult Golden Eagle - sadly a lot of failed pairs around the island again this year but still wonderful to see on our tours!
Common Carder Bee feeding from Birds-foot Trefoil. Our most common bumblebee species around the island.
Common Carder Bee feeding from Birds-foot Trefoil. Our most common bumblebee species around the island.
Chequered Skipper! A rapid expansion on Mull during the last few years! One of the scarcest butterfly species in the UK
Chequered Skipper! A rapid expansion on Mull during the last few years! One of the scarcest butterfly species in the UK
Adult WT Eagle patrolling the aerial highways! Healthy chicks getting plenty of food deliveries at this time of the year with some WTE nests housing twins!
Adult WT Eagle patrolling the aerial highways! Healthy chicks getting plenty of food deliveries at this time of the year with some WTE nests housing twins!
The visiting pod of Orca in Mull water recently. They have just been recorded in Shetland waters this week!
The visiting pod of Orca in Mull water recently. They have just been recorded in Shetland waters this week!

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