Birds of a Feather

There is nothing like a bit of Sun to bring out the birds and with the Sun comes more opportunities to get out and about. Walks along the cliff paths can bring sightings of many migrant birds on their way to breeding areas and there is always the chance of something a little special.

Aside from that, Spring is of course a time for nest building and that brings a whole new element to bird photography and finding nest sites is very special, especially if a photograph is possible.

Over the last few days I have wandered more and seen more than I have for quite a while and that is solely due to the weather, these are just a few of the birds that I have spent time with. 

The Dunnock, a personal favourite that supplies a wonderful soundtrack to a walk

The Jackdaw: gangs of these striking birds tumble along the cliffs

The Blackcap: another vocal talent, but always difficult to get close to.

The Chaffinch: a popular local, always ready to pose.

The Long Tailed Tit: great fun to watch as gangs of these tiny birds trip through the trees.

Greater Spotted Woodpecker: a nest site to watch and to watch and to watch.

The Red Kite: common further north but a rarety on the Isle of Purbeck

The Pheasant: another vocal local and this one was not at all scared of heights

The Yellowhammer: time spent with this beautiful bird is never wasted.