Very nice. Well done, Alan.
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Got one yesterday too. You need to be a mother coot to think they are beautiful.
Yeah - it shows what it got but I still can't figure out what it is ! Otherwise great shot Alan - I really love it!The Robin really likes showing me what he has caught.
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You make it almost cute Maximilian!
Wonderful little birdie, and great pictures!Thanks! Because it seems everyone likes the Leiothrix - here are few more (and old) photos. I'm sure I posted some of them before but since there are no new ones...
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Took an exercise cycle ride into town and saw two old friends for the first time this year. A Peregrine Falcon was hidden its nest and but there was a huge racket, probably from the chick. The falcon appeared for a few seconds. That muck on its face must be the remains of a pigeon its been feeding to the chick. On the way back, there was a Grey Heron by the side of the road.
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Nice shots Bert - I too have a weakness for small birds. Why I wrote "exercise" is that we are permitted under lockdown to cycle for exercise (30 min cycling, 1 hour walking according to Mr Gove).In the US exercise cycles are stationary and usually sit int he garage covered in bric-a-brac and dust. (this was a joke and hope I didn't offend..)
I love wrens. They are abundant but spend their time hiding.Another small oneView attachment 190280