The large white owl first visited the islands in 2003 and had previously flown around North Uist, Lewis, Harris and St Kilda.

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He has several tattoos, including a small heart -shaped one below his right eye and a large one of an owl that covers his neck and part of his chest.

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Due to the large decline of the local owl population, staff at the reserve were surprised the male was able to find a mate so quickly.

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