Scots were able to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights last night after a massive solar flare erupted from the sun.
Radiation burst out from the sun on October 28 before reaching Earth last night after a 92 million mile journey.
The electromagnetic particles resulted in a colourful display in the atmosphere - which was visible from parts of the Northern Hemisphere.
And Scotland was one of the best places to capture the incredible night time spectacle.
Scots in the north east, the Highlands and Orkney were among those treated to the phenomenon at around midnight last night.
Hues of green and purple filled the clear night sky in these areas during the stunning show.
Dozens of people shared their amazing images of the Northern Lights over social media last night.
One person in Aberdeenshire wrote: “First time Aurora Borealis hunter. Despite the photos not being the best quality, not only did we see it on the coast, but also inland near work and a wee glimmer at the foot of the garden.”
Another added: “Had to drive to Abriachan, but it was worth it.”
Scots in the north are often lucky enough to capture a glimpse of the ethereal bands of light which are caused by particles expelled by the sun interacting with the Earth’s magnetic shield.
When these particles meet the shield they are "pulled" to the north and south poles.
As they interact, the energy is released as a beautiful corona of dancing rays of light that are visible from below.
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