A small group of local people have been studying and mapping the lichens in Culag woods for several years. They have produced this leaflet to introduce you to six of the special lichens of Culag Wood. They are part of the Lobarion family. This group are of European importance and Culag wood and Assynt in general is a stronghold for them in Scotland.
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Recent Sightings
Shelduck
Two adult birds and nine juveniles off Culkein Drumbeg (DAH). Sadly a very rare record now for Assynt, but great to know we had at least one breeding pair this year. (25/07)
House Martin
15+ birds around Culkein Drumbeg jetty (DAH) and large number also around Culag Hotel, Lochinver. (Andrew Mackenzie) Both records late evening. (25/07)
Common Lizard
Single animal, Clashmore (Andrew Mackenzie) (25/07)
Red-throated Diver
Two birds, Bay of Stoer (DAH) (24/07)
Common Dolphin
15+ very active animals just off Sgeir Mhòr, Loch Kirkaig (DAH) (24/07)
Black-throated Diver
Six birds in a group, Loch Kirkaig (DAH) (24/07)
Antler moth (Cerapteryx graminis)
Single moth in Strathan garden (Jean Macleod) (24/07)
Magpie moth (Abraxas grossulariata)
Single moth Clachtoll, (Dorell Pirie) (24/07)