Otters Cave

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Morayshire

Scotland

Otters Cave

I'm telling you it's Spring!! Scooby bursts from the daffodils by the banks of the Spey. — I'm telling you it's Spring!! Credit: Des Colhoun

Otters Cave is a natural freshwater feature located in Morayshire, Scotland. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscape, it serves as a popular attraction for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers alike. The cave, often referred to as a combination of a lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh, offers a diverse and unique ecosystem.

The main body of water within Otters Cave is a serene lake, encompassed by lush vegetation and towering trees. The lake is fed by natural springs, which keep the water clear and refreshing. The tranquil ambiance of the lake makes it an ideal spot for kayaking, fishing, and leisurely walks along its shoreline.

Adjacent to the lake, there is a smaller pool that forms during periods of heavy rainfall. This temporary pool provides a habitat for various aquatic organisms and attracts a wide range of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers.

Surrounding the pool and lake, a dense freshwater marsh thrives. This marsh consists of reeds, rushes, and other water-loving plants, creating a distinct habitat for amphibians, insects, and waterfowl. It serves as a breeding ground for many species, including frogs, newts, and dragonflies.

The diverse range of wildlife found in Otters Cave is what truly sets it apart. As the name suggests, otters are frequently spotted in and around the cave, using the waterways as their playgrounds and hunting grounds. Additionally, visitors may encounter other creatures such as herons, ducks, and even deer, adding to the enchanting experience.

Overall, Otters Cave in Morayshire is a remarkable natural feature, offering a harmonious blend of water bodies and marshland. Its rich biodiversity and scenic beauty make it a must-visit destination for those seeking to immerse themselves in the wonders of Scotland's natural landscape.

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Otters Cave Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.591578/-3.1167644 or Grid Reference NJ3356. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

I'm telling you it's Spring!!

Scooby bursts from the daffodils by the banks of the Spey.

Des Colhoun

Beech Hedge

Beech leaves don't all fall in autumn, so a beech hedge retains some colour all year round. This hedge separates two parts of a field. Note the reflection of blue sky in the millpond-smooth puddle, making a very unwintry scene.

Anne Burgess

Young Firs

These tree seedlings have been planted out in neat rows, but will soon have to be thinned out still further if they are not to get in each other's way. The water-filled ruts are evidence of recent wet weather.

Anne Burgess

The lane leading to Beat 4 of the "Brae Water"

The trees and grasses by Ordiquish await the arrival of Spring: it's just around the corner.

Des Colhoun

The waters leading into Lower Allt Dearg

It's the 11th of February today, the first day of the 2013 salmon fishing season on the mighty River Spey. Note the red sandstone river bank to the left in the distance.

Des Colhoun

Opening day on the Brae Water beat Four

The salmon fishing season on the Spey starts today and there's been a good turn out of anglers on the Brae Water beats. Springtime fishing is not for the faint-hearted generally offering limb crippling water temperatures and a dearth of fish. These are typical Spey fishing boats which you see here in the Lower Allt Dearg pool of Beat Four.

Des Colhoun

Spey boats lying in Lower Allt Dearg

The boats are used not only to transport fishers to the other bank but offer a platform for the aged or infirm who can fish from them whilst seated while the ghillie feeds the boat downstream on an anchored rope.

Des Colhoun

The Broomdyke pool of Beat Four of the Brae Water

A beautiful pool for fishing a fly but not today, alas. This is the opening day on the Spey and with a mordent easterly wind blowing the going is tough!

Des Colhoun

Anything doing?

Not yet. It's been a strange opening day on Beat 4. There was not a single fish spotted and fishing with a brass tube fly on a sinking tip there's not a lot the angler can try next.

Des Colhoun

Farmland at Dipple

This stubble field with round bales is on the southwest side of Dipple Farm.

Walter Baxter

Symbols of mortality at Dipple Cemetery

This wall memorial on a roofless enclosure displays the classic symbols of mortality in the form of a mean looking death’s head skull, coffin, bone and deid bell.

Walter Baxter