It had spotted a Sparrowhawk which had managed to catch its lunch:
That was followed by something I really wish I had been quick enough to capture on camera. The Magpie came down and slowly walked across in front of the Sparrowhawk. They were only a few inches away from each other. The Magpie went away having satisfied its curiosity and the Sparrowhawk carried on with its meal though with many glances upwards to check there were no more Magpies about.
sharp-eyed birds!
ReplyDeleteThey are TWG and very bold. They and the other corvids often chase hawks and even herons.
DeleteA bit of excitement, John.
ReplyDeleteIt was Wilma.
DeleteGreat shot John. I like the way they shield their lunch with their wings. They usually stay still and let you get quite close whilst they are dining.
ReplyDeleteI must try moving a bit closer though here they usually grab their lunch and fly off with it.
DeleteAmazing shot John! looks like the 'lunch' is still squealing..
ReplyDeleteThank you Matron. It was soon after 'lunch' had been caught.
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