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Brian McDermott Sunrise at a beach, with plane trails forming a white saltire shape in blue sky.Brian McDermott

Sun and daughter: “Our baby Ada would not sleep, so we decided to take the short drive to the beach at 5am to watch the sunrise and listen to the waves – she fell straight to sleep,” says Brian McDermott of this St Andrews serenity.

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Pat Christie Orange glow of a beach sunrise, with a gull flying across the shot.Pat Christie

“A spectacular sunrise at Milsey Bay in North Berwick,” says Pat Christie.

Bill Hodgson Partial eclipse of the moon, a chunk of the white moon cannot be seen.Bill Hodgson

Out of this world: “The partial solar eclipse over Stronsay, Orkney,” says Bill Hodgson. “Luckily the thin cloud afforded a view of this special event.”

Samuel Smith A black dog on a grassy bank, under a cherry blossom tree, with a bridge arch in the distance, over a river, on a misty morning.Samuel Smith

Mist opportunity: “I took this picture in Pollok Park, Glasgow, while walking my dogs,” says Samuel Smith. “I loved the way the bridge was shrouded in mist rising up from the river, while the cherry blossom is approaching full bloom. A mysterious but optimistic image”

Allison McMahon Yellow daffodils, with an orange sunrise sky.Allison McMahon

A very colourful spring morning scene, from Allison McMahon at Kingoodie.

Lindsay Campbell Moar Two lambs, one with its head resting on the other, in front of daffodils in a field.Lindsay Campbell Moar

Spring lamb cuteness, as seen in Orkney by Lindsay Campbell Moar.

Eddie Romeo View of Edinburgh Castle under a blue sky, with steps and houses in the foreground.Eddie Romeo

“I think this must be one of the best views of Edinburgh Castle,” says Eddie Romeo. “Especially when you manage to capture it when the Vennel Steps has no people on it.”

Andy James White-tailed eagle trying to take a goose mid-flight, both entangled in the air.Andy James

“My partner and I happened to witness a white-tailed eagle trying to take a goose whilst driving back to our rented cottage on mainland Orkney, east of the Loch of Swannay,” says Andy James…

Andy James White-tailed eagle flying off after trying to take a goose mid-flight, goose on ground and another small bird near the eagle.Andy James

… “The eagle failed in its first attempt and, being harassed by other birds, gave up and flew off,” Andy adds. “A close call for the goose!”

Gillian Davey Yacht in water near shoreline with a rainbow in the background, and three rescuers in yellow hi-vis jackets.Gillian Davey

“This photo was taken on Portmahomack beach,” says Gillian Davey. “It shows the Inverness lifeboat crew helping a beached yacht.”

Graham Christie Fawn in among green woodland leaves.Graham Christie

Hello deer: “A timid fawn in the woods next to my Helensburgh garden,” says Graham Christie.

Thaimi Porro Sheep in a field, with a misty mountain in the background.Thaimi Porro

Peak v-ewe-ing: This flock was spotted at a misty Neist Point, Skye, by Thaimi Porro.

Steven Simmers Owl with bright orange eyes sitting on fence post and appearing to be looking in direction of camera.Steven Simmers

A real head turner: “On the way home from walking the dog, my wife spotted something sitting on a fence post, just at the side of the road,” says Steven Simmers. “This long eared owl was actively hunting, working its way from fence post to fence post. Taken from the car window.”

John Lang Glasgow buildings - Armadillo and Hydro - under a blue sky, with signs for SEC, Clydebank, Clyde Tunnel and city centre.John Lang

“Glasgow Armadillo and Hydro in wonderful sunshine,” says John Lang.

Nigel Heath Seal on its back with mouth open.Nigel Heath

“This seal in Pierowall Bay in Westray, Orkney, looked to be enjoying a good joke,” says Nigel Heath.

Piotr Guzik The Glenfinnan Viaduct, steam train going round bend of viaduct, with green hills in the background.Piotr Guzik

The Glenfinnan Viaduct from Piotr Guzik, who enjoyed photographing “beautiful Scotland”.

Steven Spoel Robin on ground, between two hands which are wearing bright gardening gloves.Steven Spoel

“This curious little robin lives in our garden in Edinburgh and is always on the lookout for tasty critters we might unearth when gardening,” says Steven Spoel.

Sarah Sivers Hairpin bend from above, amid the Scottish hillside.Sarah Sivers

“A vantage point above the road allowed the single track hairpin bend to feature as well as the Quiraing,” says Sarah Sivers.

Rachael Devenney Dog looking into the air with the Kelpies - horse head sculptures - in the background, under a blue sky.Rachael Devenney

“Ruby the dog from Elgin was enjoying her holidays in Stirling and was rather taken with the Kelpies,” says Rachael Devenney.

Pauline Downes Saltire flag seen through a window covered in raindrops.Pauline Downes

This rainy scene in John O’ Groats was photographed by Pauline Downes.

Alexandru Stancu Boats in water with yellow sunset reflection.Alexandru Stancu

“Moored boats with the shimmering reflections of sunset on the water, emphasizing the stillness and beauty of the scene,” says Alexandru Stancu in the Kyle of Lochalsh area.

Kat Napieraj Orange sky and wind turbines on hills in the distance, with tenement roofs in foreground.Kat Napieraj

Corlic Hill under an orange glow, from Kat Napieraj.

Moira Carrigan Sunset orange sky over Stirling hillsMoira Carrigan

Towering inferno: “The sky was on fire over Stirling,” says Moira Carrigan. “Taken from Braehead Golf Course in Alloa.”

Richard Benjamin Sunset on a beach with pebbles in the foreground, and an orange and purple sky.Richard Benjamin

“I took this photo while taking our cocker spaniel, Luna, for a walk on Kingston beach at sunset, looking towards Lossiemouth,” says Richard Benjamin.

Scott MacKellar Orange sunset as a train goes over a bridge, with sun glow reflected in the water.Scott MacKellar

“The train to Edinburgh crossing the Forth Rail Bridge at sunset,” says Scott MacKellar.

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