I had a really nice walk in the Goyt Valley recently, and on a side of the valley that I don't usually visit. It turned out to be a really productive walk, with plenty of birds and butterflies to see. There was a Red Kite over and plenty of Kestrels around. Stonechats were plentiful, with lots of juveniles on the walls and ferns.
I did pick up on a bird that I was not expecting to hear, and that was a Grasshopper Warbler. These birds are not often easy to see, as they like to sing from within the grasses and bushes. This one however, kindly came out to show itself for me, and I was delighted as I'd not seen one all year. I had heard one other, but on that occasion it stayed hidden. These are great looking birds and another of our Summer migrating species. I was really pleased to see this one, and on a lovely sunny day.
There were also some really good looking butterflies around this day, with some Clouded Yellow, and my first ever Dark Green Fritillary. It's a stunning butterfly. (see below)
You can come with me and see my travels here on my YouTube channel.
Beautiful photos of the birds and butterflies. The Red Kite is very pretty.
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ReplyDeleteWonderful video and photos. I have never heard of the Grasshopper Warbler, it is a cute bird. I love the Stonechat and a great capture of the Red Kite. The Butterflies are lovely too. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a great day and a happy weekend!
Fabulous photos. How lovely to see a bird you don't normally see. My husband takes photos of birds, me not so much, I like wildflowers. Though I am swayed now I have a slightly longer lens. Have a great week ahead. Happy birding. I am joining you at Eileen's Saturday Critters linkup.
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ReplyDeleteA brilliant morning, indeed! Easier to hear than to see, it's the first I've heard of this bird that sounds like a grasshopper or cricket. I don't think there is a single one in my neck of the woods in B.C. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat information and fabulous photos. Thanks.
ReplyDelete...Adam, thanks for taking me along on your walk in the Goyt Valley. The butterflies may be my favorites, I hope that we can do this again.
ReplyDeleteGreat to see your very professional nature photography again ~ Wow!
ReplyDeleteThe grasshopper Warbler sounds fascinating ~ thanks ~
Hugs ^_^
The red kite is gorgeous! And I love the butterflies and that small Warbler. What a wonderful variety of sightings this week! Hugs!
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