It was more like late summer here yesterday - Limpy and I decided to take advantage of the lovely weather by heading to Landguard Point for a quick explore.
The reserve was absolutely full of these, singing from all directions:
This magpie flaunts its bottom at the camera as its companion watches.
'You could have told me there was a camera pointing at me!'
'Some lookout you are. I'm off!'
Further on we saw this beautiful wheatear - and it posed!
It very obligingly showed its rear as well.
Gulls and their choices of perch are an ongoing joy!
This is a brilliant time of year to see loads of cormorants and geese flying in their big flocks. I think these are Brent geese.
I couldn't resist these contrasting boats.
A solitary herring gull minding its own business.
Birdwatcher in action........I think!!
One of the many linnets on the reserve.
Had to get this gorgeous robin.
A blackbird sounds the alarm. Probably warning of another blackbird!
A final robin in the car park.
Enjoy!
Our herring gulls are red listed birds. Think about that the next time you hear some flaming idiot calling for a cull of them.
Great photos and commentary Clare, Magpie head on and two ships I like a lot, I see you have a helper for the awkward shots -:)
Lot to learn
Lovely shots Clare, a nice selection of bird life.
cheers Terry
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