The Gare Loch has had some unusual guests this week - much to the delight of local nature lovers.
Three northern bottlenose whales have been spotted in the waters near Garelochhead, with people lining the village's shores over the weekend to catch a glimpse of the impressive mammals.
Jamie Munro caught the animals on camera while they were putting on a show for onlookers on Friday, September 25.
He said: "Three northern bottlenose whales have been fishing at the head of the Gareloch for the last three days.
I cant explain how excited I was to see northern bottlenose whales where I live on Loch Long!!! Photo is far from great but had to share my exitement! @lomondtrossachs @helensburghadv @argyllandbute @gordonjbuchanan @BBCSpringwatch @WildlifeMag @ScotWildlife @wildaboutargyll pic.twitter.com/Qsij2hV62f
— Jaclyn Sparks (Thorpe) (@jaclyn_thorpe) September 20, 2020
"Marine biologists from Edinburgh University and British Divers Marine Life Rescue team have been monitoring their behaviour for the last six weeks as they have travelled between Loch Long, the Clyde Estuary and now the Gareloch.
"Large crowds gathering on Shore Road to watch the show and wish these magnificent animals safe passage back out to sea."
And Jamie wasn't the only one to share his excitement at seeing the unexpected visitors to the area - Jaclyn Sparks also spotted the animals in Loch Long last week.
She said: "I can't explain how excited I was to see northern bottlenose whales where I live on Loch Long!
"Photo is far from great but had to share my excitement!"
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