If you read Martyn's earlier post you will know that kast week we had time out from gardening to make one of our frequent visits to our local RSPB reserve - Fairburn Ings.
Any thought that autumn was now well and truly upon us could no longer be denied.
Many of the birds were taking full advantage of the food on offer hopefully building up their reserves to survive whatever winter may have in store.
You may also be interested in a photo slideshow that I put together showing a Bewick swan bathing, I had so many photos that I didn't know how to use them so as the weather was awful I had a little play. The slideshow is on YouTube here,
Copyright: Original post from Our Plot at Green Lane Allotments http://glallotments.blogspot.co.uk/ author S Garrett
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I have always found watching wildlife, especially birds, to be so relaxing and therapeutic. Love the swan bathing:)
ReplyDeleteI bet that you're glad that you don't have it bathing on your bath sweffling.
DeleteOur feeders are being well used at the moment, I think the birds must be filling themselves up ready for winter. It's a while since we've been to Fairburn, I think we're due a visit very soon.
ReplyDeleteBird food is expensive, Jo especially when the birds arrive in flocks.
DeleteBeautiful images of the birds Sue.
ReplyDeleteThe garden variety are just starting to come back to the feeders here. We must get stocked up again. And check the batteries in the twirler!
I didn't realise it worked on batteries, Jessica I thought it was spring operated or something. We have a feeder that shuts the feeding holes if the weight exceeds that you have set as a maximum. Ours allows three goldfinches on it.
DeleteGreat photos, Sue. A real "Autumn Collection" When there is water around, the scene is forever changing.
ReplyDeleteI love the reflections in the water, Mark especially of the autumn trees.
DeleteStunning pictures, Sue! I especially love the one of the Canadian goose spreading his wings - that's a great shot. Looks like a fabulous place to wander through, no wonder you had so many photos to sort afterwards.
ReplyDeleteHard ti tell from behind Caro but it's a Grey Lag goose arrived to spend the winter
DeleteI do enjoy your posts about your trips to see the birds. You've some super pictures there Sue. Love the swans.
ReplyDeleteI've noticed the birds are back visiting the garden this week. I got all the feeders out and almost broke the bank stocking up on feed!!
In that case you may be interested in these photos taken at martin mere, Angie but be warned that there are over 60.
DeleteBeautiful images Sue were you using a different camera - they are so clear. Looks like you had a good day
ReplyDeleteSame camera Elaine but the light was good, Not too sunny and not too dull which happens from time to time
DeleteOh....what wonderful photos, I did enjoy them, and I do love to see a heron, we often get them in the rescue with broken legs when it's icy, such a shame as they stress terribly in the rescue and don't cope if they are in for long.
ReplyDeleteI loved the swan video, every time I see one it takes my breath away.xxx
As long as the heron stays away from our fishpond, Dina as it has been known to pay an occasional visit. We've had to stretch black strings across.
DeleteFantastic photos, nature is so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteKaren
It certainly is Karen, If you follow the link in my reply to Angie and find the photos of the Wood Duck or Mandarin drake the colours and patterns are just unbelievable.
DeleteBeautiful wildlife! You took great shots.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Endah
DeleteBeautifully captured the beauty of autumn colors !
ReplyDeleteThe birds at the feeders look so wonderful !
Have a nice Sunday :)
Thank you Ela - you too
DeleteBeautiful photos. Thank you for sharing. I really enjoyed them.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you enjoyed them Bonnie
DeleteLovely birds, lovely autumn colours... There are never too many photos of wonderful nature! :)
ReplyDeleteNoy even in the portfolio of over 60 that I linked to in Angie;s reply, VG?
DeleteBeautiful wildlife capture!
ReplyDeleteGlad that you like them Malar
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