Your pictures of Scotland 19 - 26 June

26 June 2020

News image — Capital interest: "A perfect view of the Edinburgh skyline with the sun above the castle", says Scott Wilkinson.

Scott Wilkinson Edinburgh skyline — Capital interest: "A perfect view of the Edinburgh skyline with the sun above the castle", says Scott Wilkinson.

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 19 June and 26 June. Send your photos to scotlandpictures@bbc.co.uk. Please ensure you adhere to the BBC's rules regarding photographs which can be found here.

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Sandy Gillone Ben Ledi — Peak viewing: Ben Ledi at sunset taken from Cambusbarron, from Sandy Gillone

Bill McLean Puffin — Quite a mouthful: A puffin with a catch of sand eels at the Bullers of Buchan, from Bill McLean.

Zbigniew Ziembinski Dunnottar Castle — Nicely Dun: Zbigniew Ziembinski captured this wonderful image of a "beautiful sunset" at Dunnottar Castle near Stonehaven.

Gillian Brown South Queensferry — Bridging the divide: "I love the contrast between the oranges and inky blues", says Gillian Brown at South Queensferry.

Adam Sneddon Heron at sunset — Rock star: This heron looks magnificent at Crovie, as spotted by Adam Sneddon.

Bobby Hughes Lightning — A bolt from the blue: "Impressive display off the coast of Ardrossan", says Bobby Hughes.

Inesa Strielciunaite Invergarry, Loch Oich — Mirror mirror: Inesa Strielciunaite took this cracking picture at Loch Oich.

Roy Tait Waverley — Funnel vision: "The iconic paddle steamer Waverley had both of her funnels refitted at Dales Marine, Greenock", says Roy Tait. "Following a successful public appeal last year she has undergone the marine equivalent of open heart surgery to replace her two boilers".

Neil Robertson Moray Firth — Go Firth and conquer: Neil Robertson took this super shot from the Caley Thistle stadium of the Moray Firth.

Lynda Hardman Sunset — Catching some sun: "We are a group of open water swimmers called Barassie Sea Swim Sessions", says Lynda Hardman. "Safety first, social distancing adhered to".

Konrad Slowick Beach — "Just me, my camera, and nature": "I visited the beautiful wild beach in Stevenston, next to Saltcoats", says Konrad Slowick. "No people".

Sally Clegg Glasgow — Glasglow: "Truly stunning sunset overlooking Glasgow and the Campsies", says Sally Clegg. "Could watch for ages - mesmerising!"

Colin McMillan Double rainbow — Double delight: This scene at a field near Fullarton woods, Troon, was captured by Colin McMillan.

Callum Edwards Baby birds — Feed me now: Callum Edwards was working on a bush in Balmedie and heard some noise. Stuck his hand in blindly with phone - and this was the result.

Graham Paton Portobello — Sunrise going swimmingly: "Olivia McIntosh was one of four swimmers out braving the cold waters of The Firth of Forth", says Graham Paton. "This was taken early at Portobello beach. The sunrise was breathtaking, as you can see".

Cairn Rae Queensferry Crossing — As haar as the eye can see: Queensferry Crossing disappears into the distance, as seen by Cairn Rae.

Mangela Coia Thistle — Thistle do nicely: Mangela Coia sent this wonderful close-up.

Derek Sinclair Forrest sunrise — Outstanding in its field: "Sunrise on midsummer morning over fields at Sanquhar Farm just outside Forres from the Dava Way", says Derek Sinclair.

Bill Brown Baby mouse — Baby steps: "Came across this very young mouse who obviously was on its first excursion from its nest", says Bill Brown in Perth. "Managed to make it from the pavement to cover with a few rests".

Kerrie Tolmie Loch Morlich — Less is Morlich: Kerrie Tolmie found the normally popular Loch Morlich near Aviemore looking very quiet.

Stewart Beattie Ram — (F)lockdown curls: "Curly, a black-faced ram, taken just outside of my hometown of Hawick", says Stewart Beattie.

Jayne Elder Bird — Flower power: "Baby blue tit perched on a foxglove", from Jayne Elder in Limekilns in Fife.

Dave Cullen Poppies — Poppy day: A colourful field on the east coast near Dunbar, from Dave Cullen.

Jules Goodlet-Rowley Bird art — Drawing a crowd? "This was taken beside Craiglockhart woods", says Jules Goodlet-Rowley. "We have been enjoying bird artwork for months".

Allan Copland Shadows of man and dog — Me and my shadow: "Dan out for a late evening walk near Markinch, Fife", says Allan Copland. "This young German Shepherd’s personality is as big as his shadow".

Billy Wright Fox at window — Window shopping: This fox was spotted looking for dinner in Burnside, Glasgow, by Billy Wright. "He/she is a regular visitor. If we happen not to notice, it has now taken to letting us know that it is there by coming right up to the window".

Phil Astley Newburgh — Rising to the challenge: Phil Astley captured this beautiful scene at Newburgh, Aberdeenshire, looking over the Ythan Estuary towards Collieston.

Tom Bielawski Girl splashing — Making a splash: 11-year-old Olivia having fun in Dalkeith, courtesy of uncle Tom Bielawski.

Katie Watson Boy in graduation cap — Capping off an unforgettable time: "Unfortunately, no nursery graduation ceremony for my five-year-old son Taylan", says Katie Watson in Kilmarnock. "But we made do with our home-made graduation cap".

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