Last Autumn we were fortunate to find a male Stonechat on the Parkland where I visit regularly.
It remained over Winter and as it was quite approachable, was photographed by most of the local Birders and a lot of interested public as well. It left in the Spring of this year and probably headed North to the Summer breeding grounds.
Recently a pair of Stonechat have taken up residence in the same area of the Parkland.
Obviously we can't say its the same male who has found a mate and returned to its wintering ground, but one would like to think so.
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Would be be nice if it was the same one brought a friend back. But nice regardless.
ReplyDeleteThanks Wilma.
DeleteSuper pics of this cute bird! Are granddad's duties done for now then? :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks Mandy, yes just about.
DeleteIt's funny how plump they are but nice at the same time. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat depth of field!
Thanks Petra. Yes small birds tend to plump up their feathers in the colder weather so as to keep warm.
DeleteHi Roy, love these birds, we often see them at Morden Bog where my partners goes for a run and I go for a walk :-)
ReplyDeleteHi Lyn, we are lucky to get them here, thats why we make a lot of fuss about it really.
DeleteGreat new header photo!
ReplyDeletethey are lovely little birds...... except when I'm looking for Darties and they getting my hopes up :)
ReplyDeleteYou should be so lucky Pete.{:))
DeleteI always love seeing these birds and they usual oblige by sitting on a fence to be photographed. great shots Roy
ReplyDeleteThanks Margaret.
DeleteYes the female was more approachable than the male this time.
It's a shame the male isn't ringed, then you'd be able to tell for sure. Great images of this lovely little bird.
ReplyDeleteThanks Suzie.
DeleteInteresting name, I wonder how it came to be? Pretty little bird and great photos Roy. How nice that it doesn't flit away as quickly as other birds.
ReplyDeleteI don't know about the name Denise, their song doesn't reflect it anyway.
DeleteTes photos sont jolies comme tout, surtout avec les baies sur les branches.
ReplyDeleteBises Roy
Hey Roy... Nice to think that's a possibility it's it. Love the first one!!
ReplyDeleteGrace
Thanks GG.{:))
DeleteReally beautiful pictures of this beautiful Stonechat.
ReplyDeleteAlso a compliment to your new layout. This is really nice and looks warm :-)
Thanks Helma.
DeleteSuper pics Roy and fantastic news that Stonechats have again returned to your 'home patch'. It certainly does make you wonder whether the male is the same bird as last year!
ReplyDeleteHope you are well and that the recent grandparent duties all went smoothly :-)
Thanks David. Yes well and all duties completed thnaks.{:))
DeleteBeautiful shots Roy, they're lovely birds. - Tasha
ReplyDeleteThanks Tasha.
DeleteIt is nice to see that you have a bird that likes the area in winter.
ReplyDeleteWe have quite a few winter visitors Steve. This one is really welcome.
DeleteVraiment trop trop mignon !
ReplyDeleteC'est le tarier pâtre ?
ReplyDeleteMerci Marine. Oui, le Tarier pâtre.
DeleteWhat a cute little bird!...
ReplyDeleteAmazing shots!... I loved them all!...
Hugs
Ana
Thanks Ana, yes a favourite amongst the local Birders at the moment.
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