We had a good weekend in Norfolk with my parents recently. There were plenty of birds to see and lots to add to the 2026 year list. Cley is always where I gravitate towards and there is always something to see at all times of the year. From the thousands of geese overhead and in the fields to wintering wildfowl and waders. This trip was no different, and we even had the pleasure of the sun joining us, although it was bitterly cold.
Highlights on day one were really good views of a Common Snipe and Redshank from Bishop's hide. Avocets had returned from their wintering grounds and were resting up. Hundreds if not thousands of Lapwings were across the marsh, and Marsh Harriers were doing their usual fly-bys to put everything up in the air. It was a great start to the weekend, and day 2 was just as fruitful. Part 2 to follow.
Click here to see my vlog of day 1 of my trip:
Avocets in a line, with a Lapwing in flight (left) and also a Black-tailed Godwit in the group.
Lovely scenes on the Lake. Yes, there are several birds, never seen before. I enjoyed reading.
ReplyDeleteGreetings by Heidrun ❤️
Beautiful photos. I never see those birds here.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful video and photos, Adam!
ReplyDeleteThere are species among them that I have never seen before.
Of the photos, 1 and 3 are my favorites.
I wish you a wonderful weekend.
All the best, Irma
Beautiful photos, great sightings. The snipe is one of my favorites, I love all the birds.
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great weekend.
Great post, Alan! What a productive trip.
ReplyDeleteMarsh birds are really beautiful, with their muted plumage and long beaks. Nice photos!
ReplyDeleteWow~ Beautiful series of bird photos and lovely vlog too ~ thanks,
ReplyDelete...Adam, you found some beauties this week!
ReplyDeleteDear Adam, this is truly a wonderfully productive birdwatching area! And there's already so much going on there!
ReplyDeleteAll the best from Austria, Traude
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That is a wonderful area for birds. A successful trip for you.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous series. Thank you so much for sharing, and warm greetings from Montreal, Canada ❤️ 😊 🇨🇦
ReplyDeleteDear photos! Thanks
ReplyDeleteBeautiful set of lovely bird photos.
ReplyDeletei enjoyed the video of the avocets. it's always exciting to see birds in those formations. the only of these that is familiar to me is the brant geese. we have some shore birds here that have those skinny little legs...i always wonder how they hold them up. have a great sunday, we will be having a blizzard here!!
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