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[@WildlifeWithCookie]

it's a long one but I hope you all enjoy! if you do, I've got calendars available for pre-order lol - wildlifewithcookie.co.uk/shop/ols/products/animal-anomalies-calendar-2025-pre-order-6e6dbc

[@jimbothesailor4217]

Honestly man, your videos are just insane. I don't think there's another wildlife youtuber that I look forward to more. I've been obsessed with wildlife since I was a kid, I've even done a lot of the things in your videos as my own trips. So I hope that you know that even the most serious of wildlife nerds looks forward to every upload. Every time I'm out hunting rarities in the UK I've got you in mind, hoping that I'm looking on the same day so that I can tell you face to face how much I appreciate your work.

[@jimbothesailor4217]

Also... I think that Hides are fine, personally. The only issue is when it's baited. I always feel slightly like I've achieved less when there's bait. I remember the first time I saw Red Squirrels (Since I was young) in an Airbnb near Castle Douglas. The feeder was what drew them in... I felt like I couldn't tick them off my list. This is just a personal thing.

[@sochimaikem2730]

Me to

[@gazmasonik2411]

Exactly, I saw a sand lizard on shell island North Wales and was amazed! Most people i told thought i was nuts lol.

[@WildlifeWithCookie]

This really means a lot, thank you man ❤️

[@afilthycasualsguidetomma2100]

“Congratulations everyone, we’ve done it. “ Sorry, I just can’t let it die

[@WildlifeWithCookie]

I really should’ve said that for the Capercaillie part 😂

[@afilthycasualsguidetomma2100]

@@WildlifeWithCookieit would’ve been epic to have it on video of him behind you and you saying it😂

[@stevejenkins5362]

The footage you caught of the wild cat at the end was well worth all your time and effort. We'll done!

[@Raphus_2001]

started to worry that I had watched a 30-minute video with no capercaillie or wildcat 😅 but them shots were so beautiful! Great work as always!

[@Rexxyann258]

I love your content, you take us to some of the most beautiful places in the UK Thank you ♥️

[@PamDuthie]

For the hide stuff. This spring I spent ages in a red squirrel hide and saw nothing. 5 min after stepping outside I was surrounded with wildlife, including being scolded by a pair of red squirrels

[@Lauchkopf97]

Nice, congrats on finding these rare gems and awesome video, really good one.

[@KingBeheemoth]

cant believe that is the UK lol

[@kaelidos]

Hey, I've been watching your content for a little bit and I love it. I was wondering if you could do a short video showcasing the various equipment you use and what would be recommended to get into videography/photography of wildlife. Amazing content though keep it up

[@WildlifeWithCookie]

I’ll get something sorted!

[@dickiedavis5240]

Incredible scenes! Nice one. As ever, excellent. And as others have commented, big fan of the longer videos. Always a treat

[@lw9956]

Great video mate love the longer videos 👍

[@brighteyedbirding]

NO WAYYYYY! The Capercaillie is one of my dream birds I want to see someday! Just INCREDIBLE. Well done Cookie! Sheesh!

[@timjozwiak2293]

Your excitement is contagious! I always enjoy treking with you!!

[@davidhuth5659]

Congrats man!! Awesome video! What an adventure!

[@EtherealSunset]

I am so thrilled you got to see a Capercaillie. I've wanted to see one for decades. I am so excited for you. I can't even imagine how amazing that interaction must have been. Seeing one in the distance would be exciting enough, but that must have been such a special experience. To see a Scottish Wildcat too. Wow! What a trip.

[@ツZORB]

Great video, so lucky to have seen both these beautiful animals. 😊

[@craigwilliamson1452]

You should try find the allusive wild haggis

[@MuertaRara]

Cookie spoiling us with a 30+ min video ♡

[@davidleakenneyphotography]

I enjoyed the video but I wouldn't be promoting or trying to find Capercaillie in the UK at the moment. They get stressed easily by human's and the population is critical. There have been big steps put in place to stop people visiting them. You would be better off going to Scandinavia to see them as their population is much healthier.

[@creepermasher]

The natural beauty you have captured in such high quality is awesome, thanks for all the uploads!

[@garryd7748]

Love those low angle shots of the capercaillie….. congrats!!!

[@OCAVIARY]

Fantastic work cookie👏🏼 🍪

[@kk09912]

Oh my god that red stag skull is so cool

[@shapumawildcat2800]

The epic Cookie has gone n done it yet again, WOOHOOOOOO wtg you,,, Absolutely fantastic video mate,, So pleased ya found one,,,, Love the SWC,,, epic epic epic,,,, Thank you for taking us along with you on this magical experience ,,,

[@nicholastate5012]

Such beautiful creatures, amazing video ❤

[@RoderickEgbertJan_vAmbtsbergen]

Not long ago I came across a picture of a hazel grouse in Belgium from around 30 years ago. I did some research and found out they have gone extinct in Belgium and Luxembourg but it’s thought they still live in France, but I think experts concluded that the subspecies western hazel grouse is functionally extinct and is likely going to be actually extinct in the next few years. This capercaillie part reminded me of those grouse, would be awesome to see you make a video about the elusive western hazel grouse (Tetrastes bonasia rhenana)👀 Also just watched till the end, didn’t expect that, really awesome video 🤩

[@peterfoley1398]

Thanks for another great video.I look every day to see if you have a new one out.

[@AJ_Brimson]

Amazing content bro really enjoyed watching the vid! You are a great presenter to watch and i loved the video. Please Keep posting!!! Have a awesome day :)

[@tlc_cute_kitty8529]

That animal in the bush could have been a muntjac Deer they are very small and hide in stuff like that but I don’t know if they are in that area

[@1965Ady]

I would be happy to see a Pine Marten as I’ve never seen one on trips to Scotland.

[@WildlifeVeterans]

If you ever want to be spotted by a wolf, wearing a Lakers t-shirt is perfect for the wolves colour vision. 👀🐺 Love your videos Cheers from Denmark 🇩🇰

[@chadt7150]

Capercaillie is beyond cool. But just me or I wouldn’t know if that was a tabby or a Scottish wild cat. 🤣🤷‍♂️

[@EtherealSunset]

Their tail is more bushy and their face is squarer.

[@jessicafalconmetcalfe3959]

So happy for you.

[@peterfoley1398]

Definitely not cheating,just a helping hand.

[@DeadLifter-rl9en]

I know you're skeptical, but I'm convinced there's going to be undeniable photographic evidence of a big cat soon. We've had DNA, toothpits, and some decent bits of footage in recent years albeit no footage that can be completely unmistakable

[@MattLTT]

37 mins long😍 can't wait to watch

[@WildlifeWithCookie]

Hope it was worth it!

[@MattLTT]

@WildlifeWithCookie 100%! Really great video, can't believe you saw both - I had given up hope for the Wildcat at the end, as I'm sure you had too!! I know they interbreed with feral cats quite frequently. What are the key differences between the two to allow for ID?

[@Wildlfiewithlorcan]

I have already seen this video and it is the avengers of wildlife KZbin videos!!!

[@WildlifeWithCookie]

❤️❤️

[@Revelationscreation]

You lucky bastard… 😭

[@dewiorchard6386]

First

[@KGTKK]

Second 😅

[@timmywood9677]

I think the best time to see birds are early in the morning like 4 or 5 in the morning. I think you are making way too much noise 😅to see anything

[@KingCobra66UK]

Moans about the noise from forestry works, yet whilst out at night he made enough noise to alert the whole forest of his approach, hence he saw nothing. Most people try to move as quietly as possible to maximise the chance of seeing something but not this guy, let’s just talk as loudly as normal while trying to find 2 of the most elusive animals in the area.

[@TwmCurtisPhotoGraphy]

Amazing Work Cookie, Love Your Videos. I Also Try To Look For A Wild Cat Where That Car Was Last Week. No Luck Though Only A Roe Buck. Watching This Making Me Want To Head Back Up.

[@Gewershorts]

Got wild peacocks in a town next to where I live. Corsham

[@richiedd4119]

if you have a thermal, you don't need the torch which gives you away....

[@Gilly9244]

19:27 nah mate it’s not cheating when you’ve already done all that graft, especially considering your trip earlier in year

[@lillipupsmum8820]

It was one of those that attacked Attenborough. You’re in the best company! Well done. Excellent video.

[@matthewrmellor]

Absolutely thrilled for you getting the caper! My most wanted bird in the UK: only tried once, and heard one fly from a tree but otherwise never got a sniff. Your patience is incredible! Well done!

[@AndyGreenWildlife]

Great video mate, so pleased for you too. Incredible effort paid off !

[@thenovicewildcamper9192]

This made me smile so much when he was pissed with u lmao

[@georgesmith1524]

Class video as always cookie, buzzing for you that you got to see both animals

[@HR-od9fl]

Such great content Cookie ❤

[@mistertwist]

Thought that just looked like the european garden spider 🤔

[@jackwilde6476]

What a brilliant videos great work

[@wikinose324]

I really love animals but where i live there’s like no animals and I’m always sad about it

[@jeromebloom_gripcraft6031]

Congratulations! Awesome work!

[@PresidentHedgehog7956]

6:22 A woman stalking you 😮

[@kurtis8384]

Amazing. Top stuff

[@Green-protogen309]

YIPEEEEE NEW WILDLIFE WITH COOKIE VID

[@davidcook6614]

Brilliant

[@AShotOfWildlife]

That was brilliant! I'm glad I took the time out to watch this and now know I need to get myself up there soon!

[@WildlifeWithCookie]

Thanks mate, It’s 100% worth a visit!