Hello, I’ve been birding since September last year (a newbie) and I wanted to get other people’s opinions on their favourite bird/birds. If COVID wasn’t here I would ask in person, but since we’re in lockdown, I thought I would ask on here and start a discussion. You can have more than one favourite bird (depending on different factors) as I think different birds have different personalities. For example, my favourite bird looks wise is a Goldfinch, I think they look really tropical and exotic for a UK bird, but my favourite bird personality wise is a pied wagtail, I have the treat of them visiting when it snows. So what is your favourite bird/birds? (Photos are very welcome) Thanks, Ellis
Looks wise: Goldfinch
Personality wise: Pied Wagtail
We need a bit of colour. The Kingfisher is arguably the most exotic looking bird we have in the UK so it's one of my favourites
However, for personality and intelligence the Jay is hard to beat.
Hmmmmm ......... high time we had some seabird representation:
Here's a herring gull with a suitable snack!
Every year we make a pilgrimage up to Bempton Cliffs to see these magnificent gannets!