Yesterday's weather conditions had improved marginally from last week's gloom and I decided on a return visit to the Somme for the Penduline Tit which seems quite happy in the reed mace by the artistic Bittern carving.Arriving at the same time as Steve Ashton a gentle stroll through the Alder Wood and we were faced with c25 birders.All the usual suspects were assembled and there were good views of the bird, but always just too distant for a decent photograph .These were the best I could muster from about 100 attempts.With confirmation of a Siberian Chiffchaff at Reculver I met Marc and Julian Perry at 8.30 a.m. this morning down at West Brook Valley in glorious sunshine in the hope the bird would be feeding .No chance!The mist soon descended and it was grey and cold.In conditions that would have suited Warhorse we eventually located the bird and enjoyed reasonable views,but it was always extremely low to the ground, often in brambles and skulking.Perhaps with insects to feed on in better conditions you might get a decent view and some pictures .In light today, the contrast with the C10-15 Chiffchaffs was striking as it appeared to be almost pencil grey.Thanks to Heathy and Julian for helping me through the mud.A single Woodcock was the other highlight, but no Otters!
Good to catch up today Phil and hopefully a session in the week together.
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