Can you spot all six Long Tailed Tits here?
You may have to click on it and look at a larger version on Flickr to spot them all.
Another interesting fact about my favourite bird visitors:
Single LTTs have been known to help out mated pairs feeding their young. Not only that but they have been seen helping with the feeding of the offspring of other species. I read about one LTT observed helping out a pair of Wrens by bring food to the nestlings.
They really are the gentlest of the birds I have visiting. They have never squabbled amongst themselves or bothered any of the other birds. They swoop in, have a quick feed and then go on their way.
Blue Tit Nest Box
Both birds visited the box briefly a couple of times today.
No more nesting material as yet though.
They're really such pretty birds John
ReplyDeleteI can see 5 LTTs and an eye!
I'm very jealous now John! Only today I spent a considerable amount of time with the camera focused on the fat ball feeder in the hope of seeing some LTTs, they do flit in from time to time but never stay long and so far I haven't been in the right place at the right time.
ReplyDeleteThey are lovely photos and yes it took me some time to spot them all, they really are fascinating and delightful little birds.
Tricia: Well spotted, or should I say eyed!
ReplyDeleteShySongbird: I do know how you feel. It was months before I got my first photo of the LTTs. They stay for such a short time and the slightest movement and they are away again. I am sure your patience will be rewarded soon.