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Female reed bunting, I assume:
A very welcome rook joining the jackdaws:
2 years ago we had a lovely family of rooks whose youngsters would sunbathe on our trellis arch. We didn't get any last year, so maybe this one will bring his/her family in the spring. He/she certainly left with a good beakful!
A closed mouth gathers no foot.
What a wonderful photo, Jessyblue. I think they are magnificent birds - I love that fierce yellow eye.
I do see them in my garden (Berks) from time to time but have never managed to get a really good shot.
I knew you would be an asset to this forum when you said you were keen on photography.
Keep them coming.
Regards
Tony
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Lovely photograph Jessyblue. Thank you.
Great photo Jessyblue. Did she get lucky?
We have a Sparrowhawk round here that looks very similar to her, a beautiful bird but I have mixed feelings on her visits!
You have quite the active garden - 7 years is a long wait for Long Tailed Tits! I had one, once! And Jackdaws etc never come in the garden.
I am so impressed with the shots you all seem to get! Do you stand outside, or have an open window? I would really appreciate some advice (if you've seen any of my offerings you'll know why!)
Hi Paul,
Yes it was a long wait. We saw them in the trees in the field across the lane but never in the garden. When they arrive, not every day, there's around 6+. As for Jackdaws we have quite a few visit every day. They have even learnt to hang off the peanut feeders. First they stood on a branch and then one day, there one was, hanging from the feeder like a Blue Tit. I couldn't believe it. I have a picture somewhere. I'll find it and upload it.
I was lucky with the Sparrowhawk. He's in regularly but I've never had the camera or he's been flying through. He has a regular route down through the garden. One day he flew right past my head.
Shirleyann
I took the picture of the Sparrowhawk through the porch window. It was shut at the time. Sometimes it doesn't work. I haven't had much luck waiting outside. I like visiting the Hawk Conservancy. You can get beautiful pictures at places like that. I take loads. That's the beauty of digital isn't it? Patience is the key I suppose and I don't have much unfortunately.
I find Jackdaws, Blackbirds and especially Robins quite good subjects but I've yet to get a Blue Tit that wasn't blurred. They never keep still!
Just keep at it Scrabbler ~ that's the answer.
Thanks Tony. It was real luck. I was stood there taking pictures of Blackbirds at the Birdtable and suddenly they were all gone and the Sparrowhawk was on the post. I don't get luck like that often but when I do it's a real buzz.