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Your pictures of Scotland: 9 - 16 May

Peter Dawson A sheep and two lambs standing on a grassy hillside, surrounded by lush green grass under a clear blue sky.Peter Dawson
Peter Dawson sent in this photo of some sheep enjoying the afternoon sunshine at Achmelvich in the Highlands.

A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 9 and 16 May.

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Donald Morrison the backs of two men and a woman, who is in a wheelchair, over looking the water with an orange sun setting in the background.Donald Morrison
Residents from Netherha Care Home in Buckie take in a beautiful sunset at Strathlene beach in Moray as VE Day draws to a close. Donald Morrison said: "A moving moment to reflect on a solemn occasion."
Emma Legge a bird with a long thin beak flying over blue water.Emma Legge
Emma Legge sent in this photo of a curlew flying over Eyemouth Beach.
Graham Bullough Bluebells on a grassy bank in a forest with a path running alongside the treesGraham Bullough
A bank of bluebells in Emily Wood near Luthrie, Fife. Taken by Graham Bullough.
Colin Shearer Orange flames emerging from a beacon made from wood. It is on a beach in front of a yellow and blue sunset.Colin Shearer
Colin Shearer took this picture after the beacon was lit on the beach at Ballantrae in South Ayrshire.
Pauline Bell a large group of people all wearing bright colours running across a beach. the forth rail bridge is visble in the distance,Pauline Bell
Pauline Bell from Burntisland sent in this photo of runners competing in the annual Kinghorn Rock Race.
Glenys Munro A red squirrel with a white chest climbing up a treeGlenys Munro
Glenys Munro from Spinningdale in Sutherland sent in a photo of this cheeky chappy.
Steven Mcivor a sunset through the tree tops with the top of a high riseSteven Mcivor
The sun sets over East Kilbride. Taken by Steven Mcivor.
Callum Malone an older man riding a motor cycle while holding is left hand in a v-shape. He is wearing old fashioned clothes.Callum Malone
V for Victory: Callum Malone sent in this photo taken at a VE Day parade held in Dumfries.
Frank Urban A boat sails across the calm blue water creating ripples behind it Frank Urban
Frank Urban said: "I was out walking on Primrose Hill, Loch Katrine, just as the 'Lady of the Lake' passed, causing these amazing ripples on the calm water."
Alex Orr A vibrant sunset casts warm colours over a field, with a winding road visible in the background.Alex Orr
Alex Orr sent in this photo of the sun setting just outside Fettercairn on a beautiful summer's evening.
Jean Livingstone a fox perched up on a water grey water fountain.Jean Livingstone
Thirsty work: Jean Livingstone took this photo of a cunning fox stopping for a water break in her Bearsden garden.
Roddy Forrest A calm body of water with two buoys, a rocky shore in the foreground, distant hills, and a clear sky at sunrise or sunset.Roddy Forrest
Costa Del Clyde: Roddy Forrest sent in this photo of Rothesay Bay to Ardbeg, and beyond to Loch Striven and Beinn Bhreac.
Eileen Martin A swan lands on a calm lake with wings outstretched, causing splashes, while a seagull floats nearby. Dense green foliage reflects on the water.Eileen Martin
A swan makes a dramatic landing behind an unsuspecting gull in Lochend Park, Edinburgh, snapped by Eileen Martin.
Marie-Pierre Garroway Sunset silhouette of rooftops and chimneys against a vibrant orange and yellow sky, with scattered clouds enhancing the scene.Marie-Pierre Garroway
A sunset over Glasgow's roofline photographed by Marie-Pierre Garroway.
Elaine O’Reilly two dolphins swim side by side in the waterElaine O’Reilly
Elaine O'Reilly spotted these dolphins off Skelmorlie. She said: "The latest addition to our pod of resident bottlenose dolphins in the Clyde - baby Splash."
Jane Reith Soft pastel hued blend in the sky, reflecting on calm waters with a distant, misty island silhouetted against the horizon.Jane Reith
Pretty in pink: Jane Reith from Johnstone sent in this photo of Ailsa Craig taken at dusk.
Alan Mackay A fluffy Highland cow stands in a grassy field, with mountains in the background, under a partly cloudy sky.Alan Mackay
Alan Mackay got up close to this friendly guy in Torridon.
Brian Watt Two steep hills of Dumbarton Rock covered in bushes and trees in the sunshine. The sky is blue and vapour trails Brian Watt
"Dumbarton Rock looking great in sunshine with a Saltire vapour trail," said Brian Watt.
Jack Alston A dog sprints on the beach during sunset, with vibrant colours illuminating the sky and reflecting on the waves.Jack Alston
Freddie the border terrier enjoying Allonby beach with the sun setting over the Galloway Hills. Taken by Jack Alston from Lanark.
John Dyer A mother goose sits on a rocky shoreline, with her fluffy, yellow goslings nestled closely behind her for warmth and protection.John Dyer
Mother Nature: John Dyer sent in this photo of a mother goose and her chicks in Motherwell.
Sally Wright Vibrant blue flowers with delicate petals and droplets of water, surrounded by lush green foliage in a shadowy setting.Sally Wright
Sally Wright sent in this photo of some meconopsis plants were looking stunning in the sunshine at Edinburgh Botanic Gardens.
Robert Westerman Two silhouetted figures stand on rocks against a vibrant sunset, casting a warm glow over the serene ocean.Robert Westerman
"When the day ends just right - shared, silent, and golden," said Robert Westerman, who took this photo overlooking Islay from Machrihanish in Kintyre.

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