I'd managed to see my first Glossy Ibis last year at Sandbach, but it stayed distant. This time, these guys made it very easy to see them and they seemed almost oblivious to mine and the other birders present. I thought my luck was out at first, as I'd gone to High Rid reservoir first, where they had been the previous day, only for them to not be there. Fortunately, the wonders of modern technology alerted me to them being in a field less than a mile away. Fantastic birds to see.
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Friday, 18 October 2013
Glossy Ibis
A few weeks ago there was a bit of an influx of Glossy Ibis into the country, and of particular interest to me were four birds that had made themselves at home close to the Horwich moors.
I'd managed to see my first Glossy Ibis last year at Sandbach, but it stayed distant. This time, these guys made it very easy to see them and they seemed almost oblivious to mine and the other birders present. I thought my luck was out at first, as I'd gone to High Rid reservoir first, where they had been the previous day, only for them to not be there. Fortunately, the wonders of modern technology alerted me to them being in a field less than a mile away. Fantastic birds to see.
I'd managed to see my first Glossy Ibis last year at Sandbach, but it stayed distant. This time, these guys made it very easy to see them and they seemed almost oblivious to mine and the other birders present. I thought my luck was out at first, as I'd gone to High Rid reservoir first, where they had been the previous day, only for them to not be there. Fortunately, the wonders of modern technology alerted me to them being in a field less than a mile away. Fantastic birds to see.
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HI Adam Great series of shots
ReplyDeleteWonderful bird photography and they are certainly intriquing ones ~ carol
ReplyDeleteLove the glossies
ReplyDeleteWonderful sighting. They're beautiful birds.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful shots of these fabulous birds.
ReplyDeleteAre they hunting for frogs? Great series of photos!
ReplyDeleteWow, I would have loved to see them. From Findlay
ReplyDeleteNice shots. There's something very special about photographing wildlife that's previously been illusive. An amazing opportunity for you.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds and terrific captures for the day, Adam!! Thanks for sharing!! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteThose beaks are impressive. I am sure they strike with the greatest of precision. Fine captures. genie
ReplyDeleteWonderful birds to see Adam... and I didn't get the chance to see them.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your pics.