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TOP TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL WILDLIFE WATCHING
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- Inform yourself about species in the area before you go out
- Listen to the advice of local experts
- Remember that the welfare of wildlife must come first
- Be as quiet as possible - sudden movement and noise will scare wildlife
- Use binoculars as much as possible - follow wildlife at a responsible distance
- Keep visual disturbance to a minimum eg. wear muted colours
- Choose a waterproof fabric that doesn't rustle with your every movement
- Avoid `alien` smells eg. strong perfume or aftershave
- Do not feed wildlife - human food is unsuitable for wild animals and they must fend for themselves
- Remember certain areas and species are protected under the Nature Conservation (Scotland) Act 2004 or local bylaws
- Don't expect to see everything all at once - be patient
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BE SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE IN THE OUTDOORS
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WHEREVER YOU GO PLEASE FOLLOW THE COUNTRY CODE
Respect the privacy and peace of those who live and work in the countryside
Guard against all risk of fire
Use gates and stiles to cross fences, hedges and walls
Leave all gates as you find them
Keep to public paths or field margins across farmland
Keep a safe distance from livestock and leave crops and machinery alone
Take all your litter home
Help keep all water clean
Protect wildlife, plants and trees
Make no unnecessary noise
Remember even dogs under close control disturb wildlife
Park your vehicle with consideration for others
Follow all advisory signs
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