Your pictures of Scotland: 16 -23 October

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News image — George Howat found the Union Canal in Edinburgh in reflective mood on a late afternoon walk.

George Howat Colourful narrowboats sit moored along a calm canal beside modern waterside apartments, with the still water reflecting both the boats and buildings in warm golden light. — George Howat found the Union Canal in Edinburgh in reflective mood on a late afternoon walk.

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 16 and 23 October.

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Gordon Coley A shaggy Highland cow with long, curved horns rests in a grassy meadow near a lake, while another cow stands in the background among trees showing autumn colours. — Gordon Coley found these two Highland cows relaxing in Balgavies Nature Reserve, near Forfar.

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Lorna Donaldson Sunlight shines through a tall tree at the centre of a wooded parkland scene, with dense autumn foliage, a grassy foreground, and a clear, blue sky creating a peaceful natural setting. — Lorna Donaldson described this tree in the grounds of the University of Stirling as being like "nature's Christmas tree" as it was lit by the sun.

Iain Macdonald Early morning mist blankets a broad valley below rolling hills, while sunlight illuminates grassy fields and fence lines in the foreground under a clear sky. — Iain Macdonald captured this spectacular view of Tinto Hill from Kilncadzow in South Lanarkshire.

Andrew Strachan Large yellow offshore wind turbine foundation structures stand along a waterfront at sunset, casting bright reflections across calm water, with industrial buildings and a ship visible beneath them. — Andrew Strachan came face to face with the jacket foundations for the proposed Inch Cape wind farm site, currently being stored at Leith in Edinburgh.

Chris Gordon Small sailing boats and dinghies rest on calm water in a quiet harbour, with pastel-coloured evening skies and waterfront houses reflected in the still surface. — Chris Gordon captured a peaceful scene in the harbour at St Monan's in Fife.

Pamela Agnew A fox sits alert on frosty ground at the edge of a wooded area, its pale coat and sharp features standing out against the dark green foliage behind it. — Pamela Agnew captured this inquisitive fox after watching the family in her garden for a number of months.

Helen Sadie A silhouetted bust statue overlooks a calm body of water at sunset, with soft orange and pink hues stretching across the sky and reflecting on the gently rippling surface. — Helen Sadie saw the bust of John Logie Baird enjoying the sunset at Helensburgh. She joked: "Others were presumably watching the TV he invented".

Alli McMahon Several small birds gather on a seed-covered feeding platform among tall reeds, while another bird hovers nearby with its wings spread as it approaches to land. — Alli McMahon caught the bearded reedlings feeding at the Errol Park reed beds in Perth.

Irene Mulvenna A landscape scene featuring a large rocky hill or crag beside a still body of water. Buildings and paths are visible on the hill, and the entire formation is reflected almost perfectly in the glassy water beneath. The image appears to have been taken around sunrise or sunset under a clear sky. — Irene Mulvenna captured Dumbarton Rock in reflective mood on a still evening on the River Leven.

Joe Fitzpatrick A close-up photograph showing a bright orange-and-black butterfly resting among a dense cluster of purple daisy-like flowers. The flowers have yellow-orange centres and are surrounded by green foliage, with strong sunlight highlighting the petals and the butterfly's patterned wings. — Joe Fitzpatrick found a final burst of colour as a butterfly rested among the aster in his garden in Glenrothes.

Robbie Feenie A panoramic view of a paraglider soaring above a broad mountainous region. Rolling hills, valleys, and a lake or river stretch into the distance under a vivid blue sky. Low clouds or mist sit in the valleys, adding depth to the dramatic high-altitude scene. — Robbie Feenie saw this paraglider "taking the easy way" off The Tarmachan Ridge near Ben Lawers.

Aileen Gillies A weathered concrete pier lined with rust-coloured posts stretches out into calm, blue water. Rocky shoreline edges frame the foreground, while distant islands and hills sit beneath a dramatic sky filled with large white clouds. — The water at Craignish Point looked inviting as Aileen Gillies passed by on a sunny autumn day.

Abigail Scott A low-angle close-up of a solitary mushroom with a pale stem and a dark, umbrella-shaped cap rising from a forest floor covered in pine needles, moss, and a small pine cone. Tall trees in the background are softly blurred, with warm sunlight filtering through the woodland. — Abigail Scott got up close to some forest fungus while camping in Aviemore.

Annemarie Stewart A flock of black-faced sheep stands in a frosty grass field, facing the camera. Behind them, early morning sunlight bursts through a line of trees, creating striking rays of light that cut through the mist and illuminate the landscape. — These sheep flocked to see Annemarie Stewart as the sun rose in Gargunnock.

Kirstie Arrincon A stone castle sits on a small shoreline promontory beside a calm loch, backed by misty green mountains under an overcast sky. Out-of-focus pink wildflowers frame the foreground — A moody Eilean Donan Castle made the trip from California worth it for Kirstie Arrincon.

Rebecca James A close-up wildlife photograph of an otter lying among brown seaweed on a rocky shoreline. The animal appears relaxed, while the softly blurred blue water in the background draws attention to its fur and whiskers. — Sleepy otter Fang was tired after a huge feed off the Isle of Mull. Rebecca James said he earned his name after breaking his teeth by eating too much shellfish.

Emma White Sunlight streams dramatically through the canopy of a park or woodland, creating shafts of light in the morning mist. A small group of people stands on a path beneath the trees, silhouetted against the glowing rays. — Emma White, from Bonhill, enjoyed an "atmospheric" dog walk in Balloch Park.

Fiona Proctor A red deer stag with large antlers stands in coastal grassland beside a tidal channel, with a magpie nearby and houses reflected in the water across the bay. — Fiona Proctor found some unlikely pals while working in Lochranza on the Isle of Arran.

James Paton A solitary white cottage sits beside a winding stream in a broad landscape of golden-brown hills, emphasising the isolation and scale of the surrounding countryside. — James Paton came across the peaceful and isolated Loch Chiarian Bothy after climbing Leum Uilem from Corrour.

Eve Cargill A spacious glass-domed conservatory filled with tropical plants and tall tree ferns, bathed in natural light beneath an ornate iron-and-glass roof. — Eve Cargill visited the recently reopened palm houses at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh.

Jack Murray-Bird A brightly coloured kingfisher perched on a branch, showing vivid blue and orange plumage against a softly blurred backdrop of rocks and flowing water. — Jack Murray-Bird lived up to his name after spotting this colourful Kingfisher perched on a branch near the Water of Leith in Edinburgh.

Gayle Samson A view from the side of a ferry or ship at sunset, with orange lifeboats in the foreground, golden sunlight reflecting across calm water, and dramatic dark clouds overhead. — Gayle Samson experienced a tranquil journey from Oban to Tiree on board The Clansman at sunset.

Helen Baird Large lichen-covered coastal rocks frame a distant rugged island rising from the sea, under a clear blue sky with a few thin clouds. — Helen Baird, from Greenock, enjoyed a clear day for a shot of Ailsa Craig from Lendalfoot beach.

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