Scotland through your lens: 28 November - 5 December

Here is a collection of stunning images of Scotland shared by our readers from 28 November to 5 December. To share your own photographs, email scotlandpictures@bbc.co.uk. Please follow photography safety guidelines and the BBCs terms for submitting images.

Highlights from Readers

Alex Ulivi captured Bonnie pausing to admire a vibrant sunset at Ayr Beach.

Abi Reed from Peebles photographed a magical sunset at Glasgow Botanic Gardens, just before the doors closed, giving the glasshouse an ethereal glow.

Aileen Gilles shared a breathtaking sky over Lochgilphead.

Andrew Beattie from Dreghorn highlighted the winter beauty of Crn Mr Dearg, noting its charm even compared to nearby Ben Nevis.

Caitlin McGuire showcased the last autumnal colors at Benmore Botanic Gardens.

Eleven-year-old Clara Tywnholm photographed the serene Japanese Garden in Cowden, near Dollar.

Diane Kennedys dogs, Nora and Stan, enjoyed a crisp walk along Cullen Beach.

Eileen Mcilhatton captured the sunrise atop a snow-covered Ben Nevis, savoring the summit all to herself.

Grahame Hogg shared a scene on the way to Sgrr a' Mhaoraich, featuring stags by Loch Quoich with Gairich Munro in the distance on a chilly November day.

Ian Coleman from Dundee snapped a beautiful sunset over Calton Hill, while Jamie Neish captured the crescent moon above Edinburgh at dusk.

John Cuthbert photographed a charming boathouse overlooking Loch Torridon.

Kenneth Milligan shared a Stonechat spotted on Ardrossans North Shore.

Kristopher Keanie captured a "moody waterfall" at Maspie Den, Falkland, Fife.

Nicola Campbell sent in a festive scene from Edinburgh, while Paul Gorman from Cumbernauld caught a "majestic sunset" during a trip to Islay.

Roslyn Green shared a whimsical photo of her 10-year-old Jack Russell in a hat at Brodick Bay, Isle of Arran.

Ruth Walsh photographed St Conan's Kirk in Loch Awe adorned for the annual Christmas Tree Festival.

Andrew Henderson spotted a Highland cow statue at Pitlochry Dam.

Josh Richardson captured a grey seal cooling off near the Firth of Forth on the Isle of May, and Sarah Thurlbeck sent in a touching image of a mother and pup at St Abbs Nature Reserve.

Robert Westerman photographed Castle Stalker mirrored perfectly in Loch Laich, noting the contrast between the summery look and the sharp chill in the air.

Isobel Irvine captured the eerie "ghost ship" effect created by Haar at Leith Docks.

Bill Hodgson shared the Aurora Borealis above the old North School in Stronsay, Orkney.

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Author: Logan Reeves