Oh Canada

Oh Canada, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

With little time to pick up the camera this week, I have to grab any shot that I can.
This little chap lives on the lake next to my office in the middle of a busy industrial estate. This time last year I posted a shot of a family of Canada Geese bringing the estate to a standstill while they went for a walk.
Today it happened again...
Now, Canada Geese aren't everyone's favourite, but the kiddies are seriously cute.

Golden Hour

Golden Hour, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

The beautiful blue sky day turned in to a beautiful blue sky evening and this meant that I could have an evening walk. After failing to get close to a couple of Roe deer, it was nice to find some, far more relaxed Sika.

Had A Hard Day?

Had A Hard Day?, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

The day started well enough with the fine sight of a Tawny Owl flying near the car. But from then on it went down hill rapidly. When things get too hard, it must be nice to take time out and have a kip in the Sun.

Thunder Struck

Thunder Struck, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

Walking in the rain is something I have always enjoyed, but since I have had the camera surgically fitted to my right arm it is something I rarely do. Just the dogs and I made the trip to the cliffs today, accompanied by a soundtrack of rain and distant thunder.
Regardless of the weather there was plenty going on including the now familiar views of our resident Kestrel. This shot was taken yesterday though, just after his breakfast.

Red Light District

Red Light District, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

Not a great place for a nest, but I suppose when there is a housing shortage anywhere will do. A pair of Collared Doves have been here for a few days now, dad was in a nearby tree as there was no room for him on the traffic light!

Durlston Blues

Durlston Blues, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

Superb weather for a walk along the cliffs today, cloudy with a good breeze whipping up the sea.
One slope, sheltered from the wind, was alive with little blue butterflies. So it was time to find a space, fit the macro and wait for little visitors.
Not a bad way to spend the morning.

Lady Bull

Lady Bull, originally uploaded by julian sawyer.

Still no sign of the Grasshopper Warbler, not that I would know it unless it was singing! But there was a rather fine looking pair of Bullfinches. I couldn't get a clear shot of the bloke, but the lady was much more cooperative.