Wildlife in Scotland

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There is an abundance of impressive wildlife in Scotland: the Scottish wildcat, the highland cow, red deer and red squirrels to name but a few. The vast countryside gives Scottish wildlife the chance to thrive and flourish. Lets take a look at some of the most impressive wildlife in Scotland.

Wildlife in Scotland

Scottish Wildcat

The Scottish wildcat is one of the most impressive species of wildlife in Scotland in terms of adaptability and survival. It has survived in Britain (exclusively in Scotland) for half a millennium longer than the British wolf.

The Scottish wildcat is considered to be a super-predator and are most active during dusk and dawn. They are solitary animals and spend much of the year alone, except during mating season.

Domestic cats and Scottish wildcats can be differentiated due to the wildcat appearing more muscular, with rings of black and brown around its tail.

A Scottish wildcat were believed to be very aggressive, however it’s since been noted that they only attack when hunting or feel threatened. The most common victims of a threatened wildcat are generally dogs who chase them.