What have you seen
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mickysf replied on 26/11/2023 09:10
Oneputt replied on 26/11/2023 13:56
Wherenext replied on 27/11/2023 18:30
Oneputt replied on 28/11/2023 13:05
mickysf replied on 29/11/2023 20:38
Posted on 29/11/2023 20:38
Cracking photo of waxwings, OP.
A surprise today, a solatary cattle egret foraging in a frozen ploughed field. They are spreading north but it’s been freezing all day here just south of the Humber. Aren't they supposed to be birds of slightly warmer climes?
Wherenext replied on 30/11/2023 13:35
Posted on 30/11/2023 13:35
Exciting trip to the Recycling centre this morning. Situated not far into a rural location.
We were exiting the site, not busy, onto the access road and saw a Merlin sitting on the hedge in front of us. We turned right and she flew low down in front of the car to a hedge at the next right turn. Nothing coming so we watched her for a little while until we were forced to move and off she flew, low again, obviously looking for a bite to eat.
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mickysf replied on 01/12/2023 11:06
Posted on 30/11/2023 13:35 by WherenextExciting trip to the Recycling centre this morning. Situated not far into a rural location.
We were exiting the site, not busy, onto the access road and saw a Merlin sitting on the hedge in front of us. We turned right and she flew low down in front of the car to a hedge at the next right turn. Nothing coming so we watched her for a little while until we were forced to move and off she flew, low again, obviously looking for a bite to eat.
Posted on 01/12/2023 11:06
I ‘saw’ my first one earlier this year. I’m sure I’d seen them before but was unable to differentiate between them and hobbies. In fact it was only with the help of a fellow nature watcher that I was able to see both. The Merlins are our smallest falcon, knowing that doesn’t help much mind at distance! They are beautiful birds.
greylag replied on 15/12/2023 15:07
Posted on 24/11/2023 16:53 by OneputtHey GL,
just come across you post. I used to use Terry Dactyl of Lowestoft Birders club but the have now goon over to Twitter.
Looking at todays news 6 were reported at junction of Westhall Road and Wisset Way.
For general search I Google ‘Waxwing Search’ and that comes up with a nation wide listing. Hope this helps
Posted on 15/12/2023 15:07
Oneputt
I too look at those you have mentioned, living in Loddon I am quite close to this part of Suffolk.
Still not connected with the WW's, just heard of a large flock in Norwich, if it's sunny tomorrow, may try and connect. Had new camera/lens for two weeks and hardly used it due to weather.
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