Polly Pullar

I am a wildlife writer, photographer, and field naturalist. I grew up in a farming family and spent my early childhood in Ardnamurchan, a place that continues to inspire and influence my written work. I am also a wildlife rehabilitator specialising in owls, raptors, red squirrels, and hedgehogs.

I contribute to a wide range of publications including, The Scots Magazine, The People's Friend, BBC Wildlife, Scottish Wildlife, and was wildlife writer for The Scottish Field and wildlife advisor to Country Artists, editing their in-house magazine for 12 years.

I have written books on red squirrels, pine martens, Scotland’s native farm animals, a biography titled Lawrence MacEwen and the Island of Muck, and a memoir titled The Horizontal Oak – A Life in Nature. I am currently writing a book about sheep. I enjoy speaking to all age groups and love giving interactive nature sessions to primary children.

I relish chairing events, particularly at Wigtown Book Festival. I am founder of A Write Highland Hoolie, Mallaig Book Festival, and direct this unique festival that as of 2025 is in its ninth year. I live in Highland Perthshire with an extended menagerie, including collies, owls, sheep, and two red deer hinds.