The sun came out and I made an early start on the Wirral. I was hoping to see my first Wheatear of the year, but that didn't prove to be successful. However, as always in this area, there was plenty to see and I went home happy.
Starting at Burton Marsh, there were plenty of Egrets (Great White and Little) to see. A Marsh Harrier flew over and Chiffchaffs, Song Thrush, Meadow Pipits and Reed Buntings provided a nice background chorus as I walked the path. There were still hundreds, if not thousands, of Pink-footed Geese out on the Marsh. Moving on to RSPB Burton Mere, I heard and then saw my first Willow Warbler of the year. Other firsts for 2026 included Spotted Redshanks and Med Gulls. All in all a very nice morning out in some very nice weather for a change.
Come with me on my walk here:
Avocet
Hello Adam,
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful series of photos and video.
Of the photos, photo 4 of the long-tailed tit is my favorite.
I wish you a very good weekend.
All the best, Irma
The Avocet is gorgeous but I really love that sweet water vole!
ReplyDeleteHello Adam,
ReplyDeleteWow, great outing! The photos are beautiful, great shots of all the birds.
I love the Avocet and the Lapwing. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.
...Adam, thanks for sharing, many of them are new to me. Be well.
ReplyDeleteNice video. The Long-tailed Tit is very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHello Adam :)
ReplyDeleteYou took some lovely photos on your early morning birding outing. They are all beautiful birds. Shame you didn't get to see the Little Owl, i believe it's because there are fewer nesting places for them, and I really miss seeing them.
All the best
Sonjia.
really great captures!! i love the iridescent colors of the lapwing and the cute little fluff on top of it's head. your gulls are similar to what i see here!! you sounded different than what i was expecting...i enjoyed the narration!!
ReplyDeleteVery professional awesome photos of critters ~ thanks ^_^
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