Wildlife
Dolphins - The Moray Firth is home to around 150 bottle-nosed dolphins which can be spotted from Brora Beach and the harbour.
Whales - A sperm whale was observed from Brora beach in 1994. Minke whales are regular visitors to the Moray Firth between August and October and have been observed from Brora Beach. Pilot and Killer Whales are both occasionally seen in the Moray Firth.
Grey Seals - The Moray Firth is home to around 500 Grey Seals. Individual Grey seals are often seen. Breading takes place on remote islands and beaches in the autumn when single pups are born. The nearest breeding site is north of Helmsdale and is only visible from boats. The pups remain for about three weeks.
Common Seals - There are around 1200 in the Moray Firth and Brora beach hosts around 100 at any one time. Best seen at low tide, but please do not approach too close to disturb them. The pups are born in the last two weeks of June and swim out to their mothers on the next tide.
Birds of Prey and Falconry displays can be seen at Dunrobin Castle.
Falcons: Perigine, Laner, Gyr and Saker
Owls: European eagle, Barn, Bengal eagle and Tawny
Hawks: Harris and Gos
Eagles: Chilean Blue and Golden
Red and Roe Deer - Both Native to the Highlands of Scotland, they can be seen grazing on the hills whilst driving but more enjoyable, while walking.
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