Spring wildlife returns to the Cairngorms as forest life flourishes
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Spring wildlife returns to the Cairngorms as forest life flourishes

10 hours ago · Originally published 29 Apr 2026 8/10 Original headline: Country diary: As spring bursts into life, all eyes on the Cairngorms barbecue ban | Amanda Thomson
The Abernethy Forest is bursting into life as ospreys, red squirrels, and swallows return for the warmer months. Local residents are enjoying a vibrant chorus of birdsong and the blooming of spring flowers across the Scottish Highlands. It is a hopeful time of year as the natural landscape transforms with fresh greenery and returning summer visitors.
Source: Guardian Env Scotland
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