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

Monday, 15 August 2016

Old Freinds

The birds are pretty quiet at the moment, so I've decided to take a look back on one of my favourite summer visitors to these shores. The Common Redstart. Some friends and I watched this particular male bird over a couple of years, and it was exciting to see him return, When he did, it was great to watch and spend a lot of time with him, as he looked for a mate and eventually raised young.
A stunning bird.

Our old friend, the male.



The female Redstart.

A good view of that tail on the female.


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20 comments:

  1. Joyful15 August 2016 at 23:40

    Beautiful shots!

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  2. Suza16 August 2016 at 08:22

    sweett little bird. perfect photos.
    best
    susa

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  3. Breathtaking16 August 2016 at 09:53

    Hello Adam!:) Lovely captures of this beautiful bird. I have quite a few captures of the female, but the colourful male always eludes me. In September I hope to see more, maybe I'll get lucky then.

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  4. Coombe Mill - Fiona16 August 2016 at 10:01

    they look quite beautiful and perfectly captured by you #AnimalTales

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  5. fredamans16 August 2016 at 18:03

    Such a pretty bird.

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  6. Erica Price16 August 2016 at 19:23

    Lovely pictures - I've learnt a little about Redstarts today.

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  7. Prunella Pepperpot16 August 2016 at 19:53

    Beautiful images of the Redstarts. The female reminds me a little of our Robin Redbreast here in the UK.
    Have a wonderful Wednesday :)

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  8. Unknown16 August 2016 at 21:48

    What beautiful birds - I love their colouring. Fantastic photos :)

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  9. Lea17 August 2016 at 07:43

    Beautiful!
    I notice he has been banded, but she is not.
    Happy Wild Bird Wednesday!

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  10. Phil Slade18 August 2016 at 14:58

    Nice work Adam. I'm guessing you read the ring to know it's the same male returning.

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  11. Phil Slade18 August 2016 at 14:58

    Nice work Adam. I'm guessing you read the ring to know it's the same male returning.

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  12. Rambling Woods18 August 2016 at 19:46

    I have a yard full of baby American goldfinch calling to be fed as they are the last to nest here.. Lovely photos Adam...Michelle

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  13. Jeanna19 August 2016 at 18:46

    Lovely birds, I've noticed a lot of finches about lately.

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  14. Jutta K.19 August 2016 at 21:29

    as always magical photos.
    Adorable little shuttlecocks

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  15. Stewart M21 August 2016 at 02:06

    What a absolute classic bird - one of my favourites.

    Cheers - Stewart M - Darwin, NT

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  16. NatureFootstep21 August 2016 at 22:31

    love the redstart but sadly I have not seen any this summer :( Nice to see your images.

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  17. Anonymous22 August 2016 at 04:04

    How lovely to have returning feathered friends. Love that sassy red tail!

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  18. Leta25 August 2016 at 16:34

    Beautiful birds. The female's tale is exquisite. #AnimalTales

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  19. A Green and Rosie Life29 August 2016 at 08:03

    So beautiful - I wonder of some people see them though and think they are robins? #AnimalTales

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  20. likeschocolate9 September 2016 at 02:34

    Lovey sweet bird! Have a great weekend!
    http://travelingbugwiththreeboys-kelleyn.blogspot.com/2016/09/eating-clean.html

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