Otter Heaven (Day 9)

After the previous day's 'marathon stalk', I was really beginning to feel the strain on my muscles. My legs felt like lead weights and my shoulders was sore from hauling around the 600mm and beanbag. I had to be more careful now because it was on Mull, in November 2007, that I ruptured my calf muscle and spent the next three months in intensive physio therapy and rehab!
I remember thinking, "I could really do with a day off!" I got my wish when the rain set in for an entire day - non-stop. If you plan a trip to the Hebrides, you really need to expect and allow for a few days like this, no matter what time of year it is. I used to only travel to Mull for one week. I've now extended it to two weeks to give myself a fighting chance.
Saying that, I have seen the most amazing wildlife during the pouring rain, it is just not much fun photographing it and the rainy shots rarely sell. If your time is limited, don't be put of by the weather and stay in doors. Get out there and look - you will be amazed. It is probably the best time to see otters!

All the best otter images have now been uploaded to the website. To view the otter gallery, click here. This trip was so productive that almost all the previous images have been replaced!