The Scottish Wildlife Trust has announced the largest influx of pink-footed geese seen at Montrose Basin to date.
Around 60,000 descend on Montrose Basin each year, where they spend the winter months after a 750-mile migration from Greenland and Iceland.
But 70,153 geese were recorded in the latest count, beating the previous record of 65,060 recorded in 2010.
SWT regional manager Caroline Hendry said: “The news that there are more than 70,000 geese at Montrose Basin is truly exceptional.
“Seeing these amazing creatures en masse is breathtaking for anyone lucky enough to witness it.
“The Scottish Wildlife Trust would urge people to come to Montrose Basin Visitor Centre before the geese leave.
“There is also the People’s Postcode Lottery Goose Breakfast event on October 26.
“This is Montrose Basin’s most spectacular event of the year.
“It is a brilliant opportunity to find out more about the behaviour of the geese from our team of experts and volunteers.”
The head of charities at People’s Postcode Lottery, Clara Govier, said: “We are delighted that players of People’s Postcode Lottery are supporting these wonderful events, and that we are able to witness such an incredible number of geese this year.”
After seeing the geese, visitors will be brought back to the Montrose Basin Visitor Centre for breakfast and refreshments.
Booking is essential for this event.
To book or for more details, contact Emma Castle-Smith on ecastle-smith@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk or call 01674 676336.