A quiet moment in the trees — a heron blending perfectly into the green. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A great tit bursts from its mossy nest box, wings flared and full of energy — a perfect snapshot of spring life in motion. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A beautiful Lapwing stepping along the water’s edge, showing off its iridescent green wings and curious charm. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A kestrel taking a quiet moment on its perch, looking absolutely majestic. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A bright, curious European Greenfinch balancing on a branch, showing off its soft olive-yellow tones in the sunlight — a simple, peaceful moment in nature. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A tender moment on a quiet path — an adult goose leans in toward its curious, fluffy gosling, as if offering a gentle lesson in the art of exploring the world. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A brightly coloured pheasant struts through the sunlight, showing off its vivid reds, golds, and iridescent blues — a perfect moment of wild beauty. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A vibrant Goldfinch caught mid-flight, flashing its bold yellow wings as it weaves through summer thistles. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A grey heron glides low over the wetlands, wings stretched wide as it cuts smoothly through the morning light. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A curious magpie hangs upside-down from a wooden beam, peering into the greenery below like it’s searching for hidden treasure. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A vibrant kingfisher perched on a wire fence, showing off its bright blue-green feathers and warm orange tones. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A graceful Great Crested Grebe gliding across rippling blue water, catching the light with its striking chestnut and black head plumage. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A Red Kite soaring against a clear blue sky, showing off its forked tail and sweeping wings. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A black-headed gull glides gracefully over the water, wings stretched wide as it comes in low with perfect balance. A clean, crisp moment of flight captured in natural light. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A tiny long-tailed tit caught mid-flutter, balancing on the branches like it owns the whole woodland. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A Common Redshank in full flight, showing off its bright legs and sharp elegance against a clear blue sky. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

Fluffy young goslings resting in the grass, soaking up the sun and keeping close to the flock. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A sleepy little owl tucked into the summer leaves, blending perfectly with its woodland perch. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A vibrant goldfinch bursts into flight, its yellow-striped wings glowing against the soft blue sky — a perfect moment of wild energy. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A striking oystercatcher standing alert in the grass, showing off its bold black-and-white plumage and vivid orange bill. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

Mallards in flight — the drake’s green head and the hen’s mottled brown plumage catching the light as they glide together. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A shy little Dunnock perched on the edge of a feeder, showing off its soft brown streaks and slate-grey chest against a smooth green background. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A tender moment on the water as a coot watches over its brightly-coloured chicks, glowing in the morning light. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A vibrant kingfisher perched on a wire fence, showing off its bright turquoise feathers and warm orange chest against a soft, blurred background. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A graceful common tern caught mid-hover, poised against a soft golden backdrop as it searches the water below. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A graceful white egret wading through calm green water, pausing mid-step as it searches for its next meal. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A bright male bullfinch caught mid-flight, wings swept back as it hovers between branches — a perfect flash of colour and timing. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

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A bright, alert robin perched on a lichen-covered branch, soaking up the sunlight with its warm orange chest glowing against the soft blue background. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

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Greylag Goose moving quietly through the reeds, catching the light on its feathers. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A sleek kestrel perched on a thin branch, soaking up the clear blue sky — sharp, alert, and beautifully patterned. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A graceful mute swan gliding across a grey sky, wings fully stretched as it cuts through the air in perfect form. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A delicate Skylark paused on the sun-lit ground, its warm brown streaked plumage blending beautifully with the earthy tones around it. A classic little songster of open country. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A stunning Great Crested Grebe gliding across calm water, showing off its striking plumage and crest. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

Today’s #BirdOfTheDay theme is #HangingAround I’m bending the rules again. Not a bird in a strange angle, but a frog. A Glossy Ibis tried to swallow it, but it turned out to be just a little too ambitious.

also saw a beautiful red tailed hawk in my nearby park 🪶

A coot, a dark-feathered waterbird, swims among reeds. Its distinctive white frontal shield and beak contrast sharply with its body and the water's brown reflections. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A female Common Merganser, swims in murky water past mossy rocks. It has a reddish-brown head and a grey body. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A Mallard duck, a male drake, floats on calm water. It has a distinctive iridescent green head, a yellow bill, and brown and grey body feathers, with black and white tail accents. Its reflection is visible below. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A striking photo captures a Lapwing in flight from behind. Its black and white plumage and distinctive crest are visible against a soft, green background. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

Two striking Black-necked Grebes (Eared Grebes in North America) in breeding plumage float on calm, grey water. They display black heads with golden ear tufts, bright red eyes, and dark reddish-brown flanks. The background is a soft, muted grey. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

This is a photo of a Grey Heron standing at the edge of a body of water, reflected slightly in the still surface. The background is lush green grass and moss. The heron has a grey back, white neck, and a prominent dark cap and stripe on its head. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A striking close-up of a European Robin perched on a twig, showcasing its bright orange-red breast, grey head, and brown plumage against a soft, blurred background. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

From the archive, a disapproving owl #birds #kleineKunstklasse #ArtYear

A black-headed gull soars gracefully through the bright blue sky, wings spread wide and sunlight glinting off its feathers. Its chocolate-brown head and red beak stand out against the soft sky, capturing a moment of calm freedom. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A bird, possibly a gull in a juvenile or non-breeding plumage, is captured mid-flight against a blurred background of brown reeds/branches. It holds something dark in its beak. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

More birds from yesterday 😊🪶 #birds #CromwellValleyPark

A vibrant European Blue Tit is captured in a close-up on a mossy log, its bright blue cap, yellow breast, and distinctive dark eye-stripe clearly visible. Sunlight highlights the bird and the textured wood. #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography

A Canada goose glides gracefully through calm, shallow water surrounded by aquatic plants. Its striking black head, white cheek patches, and brown feathers contrast beautifully with the green reeds and reflective water, capturing a serene moment in nature #Birds #lukehaigh #birdwatching #photography