Not a duck
“Look over there,” I whispered to Baby B. “Can you see that big bird? Right over there, on the other side of the canal? He’s called a heron. He’s standing veeeery still – can you see? He wants his ninner, … Continued
Parental care
There was drama going on at the Glamorganshire Canal today, where a moorhen nest that enthusiasts have been monitoring for three weeks now has suddenly produced an eruption of four chicks. Sadly though, it looks to be gently collapsing into … Continued
Housekeeping
It was a privilege today to spend half an hour watching this treecreeper preparing to build a nest, just a few metres away from a public footpath. She didn’t seem concerned about being watched by anyone who stayed quiet, but … Continued
Me old cock linnet
Don’t worry – I’m not about to sing. So, I’d been planning a trip to Prestbury Hill today, after small early butterflies. The morning dawned cold and cloudy, which wasn’t what I was expecting, and overnight the weather forecast had … Continued
Out and about
R and I had an excellent day with Baby B, who seems to have undergone another step change since we last saw him a week ago. He’s become very organised and focused in playing with his toys, especially his various … Continued
Sunday brunch
Walking into the kitchen half way through the morning, I was pulled up short by the sight of this great spotted woodpecker brunching on peanuts. We have two peanut feeders, but the woodpeckers will only use this one, which is … Continued
Corn bunting
The corn bunting is a red-listed bird in the UK, meaning that it’s regarded as severely endangered, because its population has declined by 90% over the past half century. This is almost entirely due to changes in farming practice, with … Continued