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Photo by Ken Hall
One of the lochs

Scotland

[edit] Overview

A new, still developing reserve, evolved from worked-out gravel pits. This 80 acre nature reserve is located in Angus, near Forfar, in eastern Central Scotland.

[edit] Birds

[edit] Notable Species

Sand Martin which have specially made walls and boxes.

[edit] Rarities

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Birds you can see here include:

Little Grebe, Greylag Goose, Gadwall, Mallard, Tufted Duck, Black-headed Gull, Common Pheasant, Common Coot, Northern Lapwing, Little Ringed Plover, Common Redshank, Eurasian Oystercatcher, Carrion Crow, Pied Wagtail, Yellowhammer, Reed Bunting

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[edit] Site Information

[edit] History and Use

An aggregates quarry that has been turned into a nature reserve as the quarry work declined.

[edit] Areas of Interest

Sand Martin colony is a must see when it is breeding time. There are several hides and viewing screens along the lakes and well marked walks and information boards.

[edit] Access and Facilities

About 3 miles east of Forfar on the A932 (Arbroath Road)

[edit] Contact Details

Tel: 01307 819491

[edit] External Links

• Murton Wildlife Trust
• Murton on Streetmap