The Early Birder

Sometimes when you are out birding, you will come across something else that nature has to offer. Every now and again it trumps the birds t...

A sure sign that Summer is drawing to a close is the return of the waders. As much as I love the Spring and the incoming migrants from Afric...

Everybody loves baby ducklings. These little guys were busying themselves a few weeks ago. I think they were looking for food while also try...

With Summer fast drawing to an end, it will soon be time to say goodbye to some of my favourite migrants. The young should have now fledged ...

I've always found it hard to love gulls. Initially because they seemed to be a pest when I was young. Always trying to steal your food o...

At this time of year, when things become a little quiet on the birding front, I turn my attention to the other things that may be flying aro...

Wow!! What a night I just had. I went out locally on a stunning night. It was warm and sunny and very peaceful. I was really just happy to b...

A lazy Sunday afternoon, and I wasn't feeling too well. I thought I'd try and cheer myself up and go for a stroll with the camera. I...

In Norfolk a few weeks ago there were plenty of Shoveler on show. Their over sized bills are very fitting to it's name, as I'm sure...

The beach in Llandudno had many Jackdaws scurrying around looking for scraps to feed on. Some were really quite cheeky, hopping onto the rai...

I had a fantastic day last Saturday which started off at RSPB Conwy and then on to Llandudno for some much needed rest and relaxation on the...

Having never seen a Spoonbill until last September. I have seen at least one on each of my visits to Norfolk since. I wasn't necessarily...

One Swallow doesn't make a Summer, but this guy got mine off to a great start back in May. I've always found it difficult to photogr...