Saturday, 30 May 2015

Reed Warbler - Pennington Flash

Go anywhere near a reed bed right now and you're likely to hear the sound of a Reed Warbler. I found a few pairs on a recent visit to Pennington Flash where I was fortunate enough to get some really good views.
They were busy pairing up and chasing each other around, or off territory.
The song has a real range of short bursts. Up and down pitches. Quite often the bird can be hidden down in the reeds, especially if its windy, and that can make it very frustrating to see.


This bird took a moment out in the open.


The view from the back.


Close up
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18 comments:

  1. Phil Slade30 May 2015 at 15:27

    Really nice shots Adam. Like you say, Reed Warblers stay hidden lots of the time, a habit which makes me appreciate your shots all the more.

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  2. Ela30 May 2015 at 16:40

    This is a beautiful little bird !
    Fantastic pictures !!

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  3. This N That30 May 2015 at 17:42

    Amazing pictures..What a cutie..

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  4. Jo30 May 2015 at 19:31

    OMW What amazing pictures, Adam! I love warblers and we get a similar one called a Sedge Warbler. Thanks for sharing. Jo

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  5. Maude Lynn30 May 2015 at 22:41

    Pretty little bird!

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  6. magiceye31 May 2015 at 02:26

    Beautifully captured!!

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  7. GreenComotion31 May 2015 at 03:55

    Lovely shot and such a cute bird!
    Have a Great Day!
    Peace :)

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  8. Anonymous31 May 2015 at 05:04

    How cute! Love that puffy little head. :D

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  9. Unknown31 May 2015 at 06:18

    Lovely captures of this cute bird.

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  10. Noushka31 May 2015 at 07:04

    I just love those warblers, they can sing their heads off al day long as if saying... Look, I'm ALIIIIIIVE!!!!
    Great post and great photos, Adam!
    Enjoy your sunday :)

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  11. Bob Bushell31 May 2015 at 10:34

    Beautiful images.

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  12. Bob Bushell31 May 2015 at 10:34

    Beautiful images.

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  13. Anni 31 May 2015 at 11:24

    Picture post card perfect...each photo!!

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  14. eileeninmd31 May 2015 at 12:37

    Cute little bird, wonderful photos. Happy Sunday!

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  15. EG CameraGirl1 June 2015 at 01:48

    Well it's easy to see how this warbler got its name! Very nice photos!

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  16. Debbie1 June 2015 at 14:43

    looks like a gentle soul!!!!

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  17. Helma2 June 2015 at 19:48

    The first photo of the karkiet is truly a beautiful picture! The bird sits quite nicely and the details of his feathers are nicely visible. Lovely colors too.
    Regards, Helma

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  18. A Colorful World3 June 2015 at 17:55

    Wonderful shots! A reed warbler on a reed...how cool is that!

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