Let me know when that tide's coming in won't you

Let me know when that tide's coming in won't you

Monday 15 August 2016

Old Freinds

The birds are pretty quiet at the moment, so I've decided to take a look back on one of my favourite summer visitors to these shores. The Common Redstart. Some friends and I watched this particular male bird over a couple of years, and it was exciting to see him return, When he did, it was great to watch and spend a lot of time with him, as he looked for a mate and eventually raised young.
A stunning bird.

Our old friend, the male.



The female Redstart.

A good view of that tail on the female.


20 comments:

  1. sweett little bird. perfect photos.
    best
    susa

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  2. Hello Adam!:) Lovely captures of this beautiful bird. I have quite a few captures of the female, but the colourful male always eludes me. In September I hope to see more, maybe I'll get lucky then.

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  3. they look quite beautiful and perfectly captured by you #AnimalTales

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  4. Lovely pictures - I've learnt a little about Redstarts today.

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  5. Beautiful images of the Redstarts. The female reminds me a little of our Robin Redbreast here in the UK.
    Have a wonderful Wednesday :)

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  6. What beautiful birds - I love their colouring. Fantastic photos :)

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  7. Beautiful!
    I notice he has been banded, but she is not.
    Happy Wild Bird Wednesday!

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  8. Nice work Adam. I'm guessing you read the ring to know it's the same male returning.

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  9. Nice work Adam. I'm guessing you read the ring to know it's the same male returning.

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  10. I have a yard full of baby American goldfinch calling to be fed as they are the last to nest here.. Lovely photos Adam...Michelle

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  11. Lovely birds, I've noticed a lot of finches about lately.

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  12. as always magical photos.
    Adorable little shuttlecocks

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  13. What a absolute classic bird - one of my favourites.

    Cheers - Stewart M - Darwin, NT

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  14. love the redstart but sadly I have not seen any this summer :( Nice to see your images.

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  15. How lovely to have returning feathered friends. Love that sassy red tail!

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  16. Beautiful birds. The female's tale is exquisite. #AnimalTales

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  17. So beautiful - I wonder of some people see them though and think they are robins? #AnimalTales

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  18. Lovey sweet bird! Have a great weekend!
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