Tuesday, October 31, 2006

Grey Wagtail


Grey Wagtail, 30th October, 2006, Paxton Pits, © Garth Peacock.

Winter Grey Wagtails are notoriously difficult to age with all birds showing white throats. That said, this bird's all-dark bill base might point toward it being an adult. (JL).

Eurasian Sparrowhawk


Sparrowhawk, 30th October, 2006, Paxton Pits, © Garth Peacock.

This 1st Winter Sparrowhawk alighted in trees beside Garth shortly after missing its intended strike on a Collared Dove feeding at the near by bird table. (JL).

Eurasian Wigeon


Drake Wigeon - Garth Peacock , 30th October, 2006, Paxton Pits.

Caught mid wing-flap this drake's pose reminded Garth of an orchestra conductor! (JL).