Argaty Red Kites

TheTamshee: clan stopped off for some lunch @ Lerrocks Farm on the outskirts of Doune. This is the location of Argaty Red Kites. My favourite location for photographing these magnificient raptors. Many thanks to Mike for the interesting info pertaining to the history & re-introduction program. Great session @ the hide and managed to capture some good shots.

Argaty Red Kites

TheTamshee: spent some time "trying" to hone my photoraphy skills at Lerrocks farm. The Red Kites have had a tough time over the prolonged winter; with a few casualities along the way.

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Red Kites @ Argaty

TheTamshee says: if you enjoy watching birds of prey in the open country side then get yourself to Lerrocks Farm, Argaty, Doune. On this farm just north of Stirling, the RSPB run Central Scotland's only red kite feeding station where visitors can watch these exciting birds and their spectacular flying. The farm lies on the Braes of Doune in the area of Central Scotland where the RSPB and Scottish Natural Heritage have reintroduced the red kite. It is with their help that we are providing a facility for enjoying the birds in comfort but without the risk of disturbing what is still a fragile popluation