Loch Buidhe (Rannoch Moor)

Loch Buidhe (pronounced roughly "Loch Boo-ee") is a small loch located on Rannoch Moor in the Scottish Highlands. Its name translates from Gaelic to "Yellow Loch," likely a reference to the color of the water caused by dissolved organic matter from the surrounding peat bogs. It is a relatively shallow body of water and its size can fluctuate depending on rainfall and drainage. Like many lochs on Rannoch Moor, Loch Buidhe contributes to the complex network of interconnected water systems that characterize this vast and sparsely populated area. The loch, and the surrounding moorland, are part of a designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC) due to its importance as a habitat for various plant and animal species, including rare invertebrates and birds. Due to its remote location and challenging terrain, access to Loch Buidhe requires careful planning and appropriate equipment.