Sparrowhawk hunting in the snow......

So I was standing watching the birds in the snow waiting for the kettle to boil for a much needed cup of tea....

Aw those poor creatures out in the snow....

 a starling trying to get shelter and a bite to eat

tea is made then time to get back to work (fortunately for me that is at home). No sooner had I sat down then there was an almighty thud off the kitchen window. Birds tend to fly into my window alot even though I put things up at the window to try avoid it. I always dread going out the door afterward. 9 times out of 10 there is nothing there but today I didnt even get one foot out the door when I came face to face with a Sparrowhawk.....had to gently move and get my camera .....

I am glad it finally dragged its kill under the trees so I dont see it as I step out the door.