Let me know when that tide's coming in won't you

Let me know when that tide's coming in won't you

Saturday 18 July 2015

Wheatear

I've not seen a Wheatear for a few months. To be honest though, I've not really been anywhere that they would be. I made a long awaited trip to Macclesfield at the weekend. I love this place. A real variety of habitat, from fast flowing rivers, reservoirs and forest to upland moors and craggy slopes.
I stumbled across this chap, who then proceeded to show me the way along this dry stone wall.
I didn't catch his name, but was more than happy for him to stop by and help me out.





 

22 comments:

  1. A very handsome guide ... It is always best to have one with local knowledge! That place sounds amazing ... All that diversity of terrain, the water .... Heavenly!

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  2. He's in good nick Adam. Reckon he had a family hidden in that wall not too far away.

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  3. How rude not to ask his name - in the end I reckon he showed you a white bum as a result - am I correct?

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

    PS: Cracking shots

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  4. Looks like scrollwork along the edge of his wings. A real beauty.

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  5. Sounds like a wonderful place. And the images of the Wheatear are stunning.

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  6. Wonderful images, it is a handsome bird.

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  7. Handsome bird..Lovely wing markings..Glad you ran across him..HAppy Sunday..

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  8. What a sweet helper! They are really beautiful with their coloring. Love the pattern the borwnish feather tips make on his back from his folded wings! Great shots!

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  9. That is a sea of birds!! Beautiful!

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  10. Such a sweet looking bird. I really like that last shot of it.

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  11. Great photos and I like the idea of following the bird along the wall.

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  12. What a wonder pattern on the feathers. I have not seen anything like this bird before. It's really beautiful.

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  13. Stunning pattern on those feathers and superb shots!

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  14. What a beautiful bird. I have never seen one before! Macc is near to me, it is a super place.

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  15. Pretty little bird. He looked right at you too!

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  16. i love the pattern on the wings, looks like it's been dipped

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  17. How great that he was there to show you the way. This little guy is just gorgeous.

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  18. A beautiful little bird!

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  19. I wish all wildlife wore little name tags at least as a far as species.. LOL... Handsome fellow and your photos are so clear Adam... Michelle

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