The dolphin didn’t realize how shallow the water had become or how thick the surrounding seaweed was. Now it clung to the creature’s body like the constricting grasp of a squid’s tentacles. Then, as the dolphin struggled to move, a dark shape approached.
Scotland is famous for many things: its stunning scenery, actress Karen Gillan and even Harry Potter’s wizarding school, Hogwarts. And it also has plenty of surprises in store for visitors and locals alike. For example, it offers excellent water sports opportunities.
One of the groups that have been wowing vacationers is Clearwater Paddling, based in Scotland’s Isle of Barra in the Outer Hebrides. Its website describes the firm’s activities as “guided sea kayaking tours in the most beautiful of places.” But it’s involved in more than just aquatic sightseeing excursions.
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Clearwater Paddling also offers kayakers a chance to witness some of the local wildlife. The waters and coasts surrounding Barra are home to a wide variety of different animal species. If you’re lucky enough, you can see basking sharks seals, otters, golden eagles and even orcas.
You can also find bottlenose dolphins swimming in the Outer Hebrides. In fact, Barra’s coasts are a popular spot for them, according to the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust. And the IQ of these creatures has long been the subject of discussion.
Several experiments have revealed that dolphins are highly intelligent. They’re able to use sponges as tools to find food, for instance, and even have their own language. Indeed, some experts believe that dolphins are smart enough to be given a new status as non-human persons.