Well it has been a funny February, the warmest since 1897. The warm weather continues at the start of the week with temperatures remaining in the mid-teens. It begins to cool slightly as the week progresses with perhaps a little rain on Thursday. The tides have peaked and there is no new water till Friday night. The warm weather is not only affecting humans but the wildlife seems to be a little confused as well. David Brand, Kinermony gillie sent me this picture of a ladybird. The skylarks are busy singing and the wagtails have returned earlier than usual. The…

Source: Spey Fishery Board – Week commencing 18th February 2019.