Stonechats at Emsworthy Mire
I love Stonechats. I’ve spent a couple of very happy days with them:
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Jump-on-a-Pole There's a Saltimpalo in this area of greenery in Rome. That's the Italian name for the Stonechat. Saltimpalo means Jump-on-a-Pole,… read moreThis time I’m just passing through and get a handful of shots. Here’s the handsome male:
And a handsome female:
They’re calling in an exuberant way. It’s only later that I see the reason. Here’s their chick.
I look forward to spending more time with them when I can. They’re a delight.