The class system is rife whenever we describe nature
I’m frequently baffled by the birdsong people appreciate. I hear people using words like mellifluous to describe the song of the Blackcap, …
Dinner
I’m staring up at woodpeckers in a tree when I’m aware a large bird has landed nearby. It’s too close for my …
A fluffy Song Thrush in beautiful light
There’s a Song Thrush, Turdus philomelos, in the ditch opposite me. It’s in beautiful light and I can see every ripple of …
A juvenile Song Thrush passes by
We’re obviously in a great spot here, in this bird hide in Slovenia. The species count is incredible and we’ve seen many …
Early morning Song Thrush in the dew
I don’t usually do early mornings, but I find that not sleeping well helps. I’m up with the Thrush this morning; the …
Lesser Spotted Wildlife
I’m out early in the woods to catch the wildlife before the other photographers and birdwatchers get here. Here is a bit …