Tuesday 21 April 2015

Little Grebe - Burton Mere

A visit to RSPB Burton Mere reserve is always enjoyable. There is usually some uncertainty as to what you might see. Quite often there are some very good rarities and always a good selection of waders. One bird you can pretty much guarantee though is a Little Grebe.  Not always easy to see or get good views of, due to its small size, it is quite reliable at Burton to get close to the reception hide.
This is where it appeared recently and I was able to enjoy some time just watching it dabble around the reeds.



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23 comments:

  1. eileeninmd21 April 2015 at 16:53

    It is a cute Little Grebe! Great shots!

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  2. TexWisGirl21 April 2015 at 18:10

    SO darn cute! okay, if i send you a blue-winged teal, you've got to send me one of these. :)

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  3. This N That21 April 2015 at 18:42

    Adorable bird..great colors..Fantastic shots

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  4. Hootin Anni21 April 2015 at 19:47

    Much more colorful than ours in USA!!!!

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  5. Margaret Birding For Pleasure21 April 2015 at 20:27

    Gorgeous little birds.

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  6. Anonymous21 April 2015 at 20:30

    Adorable little duck. Great captures, Adam.

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  7. Adam Tilt21 April 2015 at 21:55

    Great shots Adam.

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  8. Karen21 April 2015 at 23:09

    Beautiful plumage! Great shots Adam, I like the reflection in the last one.

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  9. A Colorful World22 April 2015 at 03:20

    A lovely little grebe...love the color on its neck!

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  10. Mosura22 April 2015 at 07:00

    Nice one! Very similar to our Australasian Grebe.

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  11. Phil Slade22 April 2015 at 08:28

    Excellent shots Adam. I find it hard to get anywhere near Little Grebes, and when they dive it's impossible to predict where they are going to hit the surface.

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  12. Mary Howell Cromer22 April 2015 at 11:42

    Stunning, just beautiful shots. If it says Swallows, Buntings, Grebes, I already know I will love them!

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  13. Dominique Lalonde22 April 2015 at 19:37

    I just discover your blog, very interesting ! Wow, the photo of the head of your blog is very impressive. Also, thank you for your comments on the Great blue Heron.

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  14. Inspired By June23 April 2015 at 01:20

    What a sweet little bird. You did a nice job capturing him, Adam!

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  15. Irma23 April 2015 at 08:29

    The Little Grebe is beautiful.
    Beautiful pictures.

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  16. Unknown23 April 2015 at 08:52

    So cute! You got some really nice shots of it.

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  17. Rajesh23 April 2015 at 17:08

    Beautiful shots of the bird. Very cute.

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  18. Jenn Jilks24 April 2015 at 11:27

    So sweet!

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  19. Helma26 April 2015 at 14:46

    Fantastic to be so close to photograph this beautiful little grebe. Beautiful colors and beautiful clear pictures.

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  20. NatureFootstep26 April 2015 at 22:10

    maybe I shall plan a trip to this place. I would love to see this one up close :) You share the best images I´ve seen of them.

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  21. aspiritofsimplicity28 April 2015 at 12:16

    What a sweet little duck.

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  22. Rambling Woods29 April 2015 at 04:19

    Oh I love grebes. They are so cute and you got some great photos of the colorful fellow...Michelle

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  23. betty-NZ29 April 2015 at 23:52

    What a lovely little swimmer! The colors are quite pretty.

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