Over the past few weeks the distinctive call of the male Great Spotted Woodpecker has been an addition to our back garden dawn chorus. With the sunflower seeds rapidly disappearing a bit of detective work was called for …………… Read More …
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Misty, Morning Hop
A beautiful, peaceful morning in mid April. Cold, misty and with the sun just about breaking above the horizon the promise of another glorious day. The contrast with the horror of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic could hardly be stronger. Read More …
Sand Martins on the Mersey
Another warm sunny day ideal weather for a bike ride down the Transpennine Trail to check out the local Sand Martins. Fortunately over the winter part of the river bank collapsed exposing a fresh, sandy cliff – ideal for a new breeding colony. Previous efforts to Read More …
The Hungry Hog
With the evenings drawing in great to see the return of Spike. In all probability its unlikely he’s ever been away. Certainly hasn’t forgotten the taste of mealworms. After demolishing a bagful in less than a week we splashed out on a 2kg bag via Amazon and Maltby’s Mealworms. 2kg Read More …
They Might Be Giants
The unwelcome sight of Giant Hogweed growing in the central reservation of Princess Parkway just south of the junction with the M60. Why unwelcome? Unfortunately Giant Hogweed is one of the few highly toxic plants capable of causing blistering, severe burns, and even blindness. Highly Read More …
Waxwings
Coming to a car park near you! It appears that up in northern Finland and Russia 2012 was a good breeding season for the Bohemian Waxwing. Unfortunately their normal winter diet of Rowan berries failed leading to the Waxwings arriving in the UK. Thankfully over Read More …