Friday, 8 April 2016

Curlew

The sound of the Curlew on my patch really does signal the beginning of Spring. I also recently found out it was my Nan's favourite call from when she was younger on the farms in Ireland. Even more reason to be fond of them.
I caught up with lots of them in Norfolk. The beach at Titchwell held quite a few, and that's where I took these pictures.

The sea was the calmest I've seen it here. Usually it's blowing a gale and it's really choppy. On this day you can see the waves just gently lapping while the birds go about their business.

Curlew (right) with a Bar-tailed Godwit.



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11 comments:

  1. Unknown8 April 2016 at 14:49

    Great shots!

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  2. Suza8 April 2016 at 21:02

    great shots

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  3. Ohmydearests9 April 2016 at 06:08

    Gorgeous little birds! Lovely images!

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  4. Sara - Villa Emilia9 April 2016 at 07:20

    I too love the curlews. According to an old saying here, when you hear their calls, the ice (that covers the lakes) is not strong enough any more to support your weight.

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  5. eileeninmd9 April 2016 at 11:54

    Hello, I like the long curved bill on the Curlew! Beautiful birds and great photos.
    Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Have a happy weekend!

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  6. Anni 9 April 2016 at 19:35

    Beautiful. I've heard our North American species, and I'd have to agree with your "Nan"...they have a beautiful call.

    Wonderful images Adam....and, thanks for adding your link today at I'd Rather B Birdin'.

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  7. ~Lavender Dreamer~9 April 2016 at 22:04

    What a handsome bird with a perfect background of the water!

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  8. Judy Biggerstaff10 April 2016 at 01:22

    Beautiful shot of the curlew. I'm not familiar with it but it has an interesting bill. Maybe I have seen them at the ocean and didn't pay enough attention, I was probably watching the water.

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  9. A Colorful World11 April 2016 at 18:06

    Beautiful shots!

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  10. Latane Barton11 April 2016 at 19:12

    Looks like he could dig deep for his lunch. Nice shots.

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  11. Anonymous11 April 2016 at 21:59

    Great captures!

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