Bar-tailed Godwit - Ferry Bridge

On Ferry Bridge waters Weymouth, the first Bar-tailed Godwit I have seen this Autumn. 

There were only two, but it was good to be able to get some shots of them.

Just a few Mediterranean Gull on Ferry Bridge waters.

I found this female Kestrel hiding out in a small tree and bramble bush area. 

Taking shelter from the hot sun for a while after a meal maybe.

I know what you're thinking. 

'Not more !?!!?!! Wheatear.'

This will be the last lot this year, I promise. 😇

A Portland Bill Shoot - Mostly Wheatear

I can never resist a Wheatear shoot on Portland.

There are usually plenty of this species around at this time. It was an extremely hot day and the birds were not that active and quite approachable.

As usual there were some Rock Pipit around the edges of the Bill. They are resident birds and can be found throughout the year.

You cannot do a post of Portland Bill area without including a Rock Pipit images.

I also observed at least one mixed flock of Linnet and Goldfinch and many Starlings flying around. They were constantly moving from one location to another in the same field. The images are quite appalling as the camera was not set for flight shots at the time. This was due to the fact I did not press a button to switch quickly to that setting, like I should have done. I will blame the hot weather.😎

Waders Return

A welcome return of some of the Autumn/Winter Waders.

Images taken on a visit to Ferry Bridge Weymouth this week.

Ringed Plover

Dunlin

Turnstone