There was a very good supporting cast at Blacktoft where I saw the White-tailed Lapwing. Numbers weren't great, but the variety was. There was plenty of wildfowl, with Teal, Shoveler, Gadwall and Mallard in attendance. Snipe were plentiful, and I do love watching them. Even if they are resting and doing very little I seem to spend an inordinate amount of time studying them and their striking plumage. A couple of Spotted Redshank were good to see. A Great White Egret put in an appearance and got itself added to my year list. Oh and almost forgot, a Bluethroat. A rarity here and yet another lifer for me. A great day all round.
Spotted Redshank
Common Snipe
Great White Egret
The Goldfinch were busy feeding while I was sat in one of the hides.
A very distant Bluethroat that was flitting around a long way away at the base of the reeds.
Hi Adam,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful series of photos of which the goldfinch is my favorite.
I wish you a nice weekend.
Greetings Irma
All are beautiful. Great shots.
ReplyDeleteHello Adam,:=) I'm so pleased for you that you saw the Blue Throat, a lovely little bird. I enjoyed seeing all your photos.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend.
Hello,
ReplyDeleteGreat variety of birds and sightings. I love watching the Snipes too. Pretty photos, the Bluethroat is a handsome bird, I have always loved your Goldfinch. Thank you so much for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a happy weekend.
Great shots! I like the extra long bill of Common Snipe.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing the reflections. And your Goldfinch is so different from ours here in Florida. Very beautiful markings.
ReplyDeleteLove that shot of the Snipe. That is quite a beak.
ReplyDeleteI love the photo of the snipe with its light and reflection.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful sightings!
ReplyDeletethat goldfinch is gorgeous
ReplyDeleteYou got some gorgeous shots - it looks like a photographer's dream!
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