Another Walney warbler from today, a Whitethroat that eventually emerged from the bramble thicket. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Sedge Warbler strikes a pose, South Walney today. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

One for the ornithological maths geeks: Pi -ed Flycatcher whose number shall be 22. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Spotlight on a Long-tailed Tit, I'd like to say that I planned the lighting for this snap, but................... Haybridge NR #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

In the spirit of equality, here's the female Pied Flycatcher. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Pied Flycatcher at Haybridge this morning. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Willow Warbler in full song this morning on the Duddon Estuary, on the way back three hours later, still belting it out. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Pause for thought. Had to wait several minutes for this Pied Wagtail to come out of its trance like state before I could continue on my way. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Warbler in the willow at South Walney today. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Spuggy staredown This House Sparrow is not amused. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds A male House Sparrow stares directly into camera from within the circular entrance of a nest box, "Spuggy" is a local name for Sparrows.

Had a nice find on the Duddon Estuary today, Spotted Redshank. Best pic I managed to get. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds #Waders

Last of the Walney snaps, waited over an hour for these female Blackcap to emerge from the bramble thicket. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Just finishing the ones from South Walney yesterday. The iridescence of a sun kissed Lapwing. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Last one tonight is this charming Meadow Pipit, although locally common, can't resist taking a snap. South Walney #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Wheatear from South Walney today, clinging to the fence post in the face of a fairly stiff breeze* *The definition of "breeze" may not be the same as for other locations.🙂 #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

"Keep your head down Sheila!" Shelduck are pairing up and appear to be investigating nest sites. South Walney. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

I rarely do a RIP, but on this occasion..... www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

A luscious Linnet at South Walney today, although the storm had passed there was still a 40mph breeze. Have you ever tried to get a shot of a passing Sparrowhawk with a 40mph tailwind? #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

The weather has finally calmed down a bit. so took the opportunity to go out on the Duddon Estuary, pleased to see wheatear are heading North #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

May as well pop this one out whist I'm playing the, "why did I take so many pics" game. Turnstone just spotted the next morsel. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Pied Wagtail just above the tideline, South Walney. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Another first of the year, Adder basking in the first real warmth we've had. *Note: Cropped image taken with 600mm lens from a track at 3 metres. As with all wildlife try not to disturb. A picture is basically worthless, wildlife priceless. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #snake #adder #darktable

One of the main reasons I was out on the Estuary today was to check the Ringed Plover nesting area, and yes, there is a bit of competition going on between the males. A female was to right of frame. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds #waders

Landing gear down. Little Egret coming into the saltmarsh, high tide Duddon Estuary. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

First Chiffchaff pic of the year for me today at Haybridge, buried deep in the blackthorn. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Cock Pheasant passing by. It is probably more difficult for me to shoot them with the camera than it is for the Tweed clad pillocks with their shotguns! #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Bad hair day for a Red-breasted Merganser. The squally showers, (read horizontal rain), did abate, it was still somewhat breezy. South Walney.#ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Meadow Pipit in the rain at South Walney today, numbers are increasing as they return to breed. A most delightful bird.#ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

A day of mist, gloom and drizzle was brightened by this Barn Owl, South Walney. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Striding out. Rock Pipit on the falling tide, Duddon Estuary today. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Spent a couple of hours on the Duddon Estuary over high tide, The Wonderful Whistling Wigeon came in to see me. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

"What!!, they did what?" Oystercatcher at South Walney, Sunday. Sums up the events of the last few days. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

What I first thought to be Wren turned out to be what I *think is a Bank Vole. Haybridge N.R. * Ears,tail and underside are my usual ID criteria. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography

Blue Tit, just hanging out at Haybridge NR. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Sunday's Skylark on the sea shore at South Walney. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Only just getting round to sorting pics from South Walney on Sunday. Incoming Goldeneye. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

I was fortunate to be under the flight path of thousands of waders coming into the high tide roost today, Knot (shown here), Dunlin and Grey Plover. The sight, (and sound) of so many birds passing so closely is always an uplifting experience. South Walney #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds #waders

Brent Geese out for a walk @cumbriawildlife.bsky.social South Walney today, in just a few weeks they'll be heading north to breed. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Last one from the Duddon today (I'm exhausted!) Resting Ringed Plover. Although very early in the year, a pair nesting in this area have had chicks running around before most others start laying. Maybe already staking territory. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Duddon Estuary 3 Skylark on the shore. Flock of c20 were feeding on the remaining sliver of marsh. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Duck2 from the Duddon Estuary. Perfect Pintail. IMHO one of the most handsome of ducks. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds #wildfowl

Out on the Duddon Estuary for incoming tide, may do a pic splurge today. First up, Wonderful Wigeon. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds #wildfowl

Oystercatcher on the prowl #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Shovelers in the sun @cumbriawildlife.bsky.social South Walney today, the sun didn't last though! #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

Unfortunately my session with the birds was curtailed early, and here's the reason. This is on a nature reserve where dogs are not allowed. This off lead dog disturbed hundreds of wildfowl and waders, but I suppose the owners were delighted that it had plenty of exercise! #UKbirding #ukbirds

Guess that's why they're called Goldeneye! @cumbriawildlife.bsky.social South Walney yesterday. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

I will take the plunge! #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

I hate to think how many Oystercatcher pics I have*, but I can't resist pressing the button. South Walney today. *Just checked, 2182 !!! What sane, rational person would have that many? #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds

A rather charming female Reed Bunting taking advantage of the early morning sun. Today, @cumbriawildlife.bsky.social South Walney. #ukwildlife #wildlifephotography #birdphotography #UKbirding #ukbirds