Visits from our feathered friends have been quite scarce for a few days. Partly down to the milder weather but partly down to a Sparrowhawk making what looks like daily visits. Yesterday started quietly, literally, as I did not hear a bird all morning but by mid-day some brave and hungry birds began to make lightning visits to the feeders. Most would grab a bite to eat and immediately fly to the nearest bush.
I was watching one small bird eating the apple and initially though a sparrow had taken a liking to it. It wasn't until it flew away that I saw it was a female Blackcap. I set up the cameras in case she came back. Fortunately she did, spending a little while at the suet ball feeder:
In all I saw her three times and hope she will be back again when the lighting is better for still photographs as Blackcaps are rare visitors to my garden.
Have a great weekend observing the wildlife around you.
A very acceptable Christmas present. She is a real gem.
ReplyDeleteIt is nice to see something different once in a while Adrian.
DeleteWhat a great visitor John.
ReplyDeleteI get them occasionally at this time of the year.
Back again today Keith so hopefully will stay near for a while longer.
Deleteshe is pretty! i do like her cap. :)
ReplyDeleteAt least it is easy to spot the difference TWG. Male black cap, female brown cap.
DeleteWhat a pretty bird :) I hope the Sparrowhawk has moved on!
ReplyDeleteSuch delightful little birds which I am usually lucky enough to see in the garden in the Winter months. Well captured John.
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