A local birder called Paul, found these cracking birds on Friday, at one of our lakes. I decided to take a trip there this morning to see if they were still about, and if I could find them. I wasn't sure exactly where they were seen, as it's not a lake I visit that much; last time, a couple of years ago.
I wasn't disappointed. Here's a few pictures.
The male
The female
female
male
female
male
An excellent morning, with a couple of cracking birds.
44 comments:
Love the pictures !
Love the bird :)
And love this wonderful light !!
Great work Keith :)
Well done Keith that is absolutely brilliant, what a capture.
Thank you Pescalune. It was an excellent morning, with some great views of the birds. Counted 4 altogether.
Thanks Roy. Was very pleased with these. Only the second time I've ever seen them.
Wow never seen these birds knocking about around our end.Lucky you... Thought you were talking about the swearing idiot on the bike when you mentioned bearded tit;-).
Wonderful from ant perspective, grand shots to celebrate a rare sight.
I like -the most- the last one!
Thanks Debbie. Got a few round here like that lol
Thanks Adrian. It was great to see them.
Süt, thank you :)
Very special pictures! I like the colors and the interesting lights.
Such pretty critters. I'm glad you were able to find them.
Lovelly set of images, the last one is great, we see all the details and beauty of the bird ;)
Beautiful, Keith. It's one bird I've not seen, even the once I went to minsmere. The male is lovely.
Thank you Kozma. The light was perfect for these birds.
Thanks Hilary. They made my day :)
Thank you Dominic. They are beauties, aren't they.
Thanks Emma. They are special :)
Beatiful pictures
Thank you Laila :)
A slight twitch there then Keith :) and who could blame you, it really is a fantastic little bird. I have never seen one but have always wanted to. Lovely photos, the last one is gorgeous. Well done on finding and photographing them!
how wonderful photos that are, I love to see it, thank you, big hugh Kathrin
Brilliant shots, I have never seen one so, I am due one or two.
Thanks Jan. Yea, just a little twitch; about 5 minutes up the road from me lol
Worth the detour this morning :)
Kathrin, thank you. Glad you enjoyed them.
Thanks Bob. Hope you get to see some soon.
they are so beautiful.. really love the light in the 3red and last one..
fantastic captures..
looks like its getting cold here..
branches are a bit frosty..love it when that happens.. makes it look like a wonderland..
Hi Keith...fantastic post my friend...some "cracking photos" !! lol ; }
Hugs!!
Beautiful shots, Keith. A real pleasure to look at.
While the birds are beautiful, I'm really impressed by the background. Nice of them to pose for you against such a lovely backdrop.
Thank you Hope. It was that magical morning golden light, on golden reeds; perfect. A light frost here to at first.
Thanks Grammie, glad you enjoyed them ;)
Thanks Wilma. I timed my visit just right. They left after about an hour.
JoLynne, I was very fortunate to have such willing and beautiful subjects. A brief glimpse is the usual thing.
Wa, really nice pictures! great shots! i loved it..
Well done Keith... This is one of my dream, first to see them so close, second to get a nice shots like yours! Congrats!
Dejemonos sorprender, thank you for your comment. :)
Thanks Chris. They are lovely little birds.
Well done and another great day out. I keep wondering if I could do better with your lens or if it is just me that is the problem. :)
Marvelous!!!! So glad you found them and you got some super shots that last one being the frosting on the cake...Great post.
Great capture Keith. What a lovely bird to find and photograph. I would like to see one myself as I am a great fan of the family.
Wow - what a find and what great pictures Keith - lucky you (of course I'm not jealous).
There were 2 seen at Barnes last Saturday apparently; but I was elsewhere. Be nice to see some at my local :D
Great shots of some excellent birds. Well done!!
Thanks Dale. That lens took me a while to get used to it. Nothing seemed sharp at first, but it gradually got better. Stick with it.
Thanks Dixxe. I was very pleased I found them so quickly, and they were so co-operative.
Trevor, they are little beauties aren't they. There have been a few sightings fairly locally; these were the nearest to me. Worth the small diversion in the morning.
Thanks Tricia. Just want a Bittern next lol
Harold, thank you for stopping by, and your comment. Appreciate it. :)
Congratulations, a lovely capture there Keith.
Thanks John. It was good to see them. Apparently they are still there, so they might stay for a little while yet.
Nice local find and well captured. FAB.
Cheers Frank.
Nice to see you back mate.
They are extraordinary and beautiful - I`ve never seen them bevore. Hugs from Luzia.
Thank you Lucy, they are lovely birds, and not very common here.
Hey Keith,
Am sure you are doing well(looking from your posts).Nice profile pic.Am still not back to bloggerland...still buzy with kids:)Hopefully will be back next year.Loved the last post with the coluorful autumn.Planning a vacation home in Dec and may plan a trip to UK sometime next year.Would be great to meet you.So long take care till am back again:)
Shantana
Shantana, really good to hear from you. I guess the children are keeping you really busy :)
If you do get to the UK, it would be really good to meet up. Let me know if you do.
What an interesting looking bird!!! He's beautiful. I don't think I've ever seen photos of this one. It's new for me. Love your captures...
Fantastic soft light.. Stunning beyond words.
Thanks Kelly. They are lovely, but quite secretive at times.
Thank you Lisa. Early morning, golden light; perfect for these.
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