The Union Canal is such a special place for both wildlife and people, a thread of blue running through the city. You can be working or studying in the centre of Edinburgh and still find an escape into nature on your doorstep. I’ve certainly benefitted from this – the day I took this photo is a perfect example. I was on my commute home, walking over the bridge when I saw the Heron fly across the water. I wasn’t quick enough to capture that, but I did stop and take notice of this spectacular sunset.