Unfortunately none of the Blue Tit babies have survived in the camera nestbox.
Of the eight eggs, seven hatched out. Over several days many just disappeared until there seemed to be two healthy youngsters left, feathers growing, eyes open and healthy appetites. They were being fed frequently but first one suddenly died one night. The surviving one lasted a couple more day then suddenly stopped accepting any food. Not even opening its beak when Mrs BT brought a tasty snack.
I've no definite idea as to what went wrong. The box had been disinfected and thoroughly washed last Autumn.
Tuesday, 28 May 2019
Wednesday, 22 May 2019
Spider
As we were ambling along a lane I spotted what, at first, I thought was a fly scurry across in front of us. It stopped half way so I had a better chance to see what it was and take a couple of photos.
As far as I can deduce it is one of the wolf spiders, smaller and darker in colour than the ones I see in my garden. I would love to know what the seven pronged item is / was at the bottom of the second photo.
If you are reading this on 23 May 2019 the photos may not show as Flicker is making alterations to where photos are stored and access will be unavailable for a while.
As far as I can deduce it is one of the wolf spiders, smaller and darker in colour than the ones I see in my garden. I would love to know what the seven pronged item is / was at the bottom of the second photo.
If you are reading this on 23 May 2019 the photos may not show as Flicker is making alterations to where photos are stored and access will be unavailable for a while.
Tuesday, 21 May 2019
Feeding Time
The Blue Tit chicks have really grown in the past eight days.
On our early morning walk I spotted about six House Martins swooping about overhead.
Managed a quick snapshot as one neared its nest on a nearby house
There appeared to be three nests under that roof.
On our early morning walk I spotted about six House Martins swooping about overhead.
Managed a quick snapshot as one neared its nest on a nearby house
There appeared to be three nests under that roof.
Monday, 20 May 2019
Sunday, 19 May 2019
Hawthorn Time
Plenty of white flowers in the hedgerows now the Hawthorn is in bloom.
Blue Tit Nestbox News
Both parent birds are spending up to 14hrs a day finding food for their chicks.
Difficult to count them. It looks as though 7 of the 8 eggs hatched.
They are growing fast. Hope to put together some video very soon.
Blue Tit Nestbox News
Both parent birds are spending up to 14hrs a day finding food for their chicks.
Difficult to count them. It looks as though 7 of the 8 eggs hatched.
They are growing fast. Hope to put together some video very soon.
Wednesday, 15 May 2019
What a Whopper
Yesterday I drove down to a mower centre on the coast to have a look at some ride on mowers. The route along the back country lanes takes me through the village of South Somercotes. Passing through the village I always have a quick glance at the village church. Very noticeable, even from a distance, is the size of the spire. I've been promising myself for years to stop and take a closer look but it is positioned near a narrow, dangerous Z bend in the road. This time, on the way back home, I found a nearby lane where it was safe to park.
The following photos were taken with my Nikon Coolpix S9050.
The tower and spire probably date back to the early 15th Century
The church is known as "The Queen of the Marsh".
Local legend suggests the spire was built so tall to act as a beacon for sailors.
The parish register dates back to 1558.
Once in through the North door
the 15th Century font can be seen. It is carved with the instruments of the Passion.
including two flails, two lances and four nails
The interior of the church is roomy and light.
The pulpit
Moving on through the chancel screen
one can see the altar table
and a harmonium. (I used to have one like that many years ago)
On a table there are two old bibles.
I had a close look at one of them
It contains many full colour illustrations. This is the title page.
Looking back towards the base of the tower
The belfry hold three bells, two dated 1423 and the other was cast in the 14th Century.
Outside -looking at the tower and spire from the South side
The South entrance porch
The walls of the church are a mixture of limestone, sandstone and greensand with some repairs patched with brick. The nave and chancel are roofed with Welsh slates and the aisles with lead.
Finally, a fascinating niche in the base of the tower
Information on the history of the church was gleaned from a small booklet produced by The Churches Conservation Trust.
The following photos were taken with my Nikon Coolpix S9050.
The tower and spire probably date back to the early 15th Century
The church is known as "The Queen of the Marsh".
Local legend suggests the spire was built so tall to act as a beacon for sailors.
The parish register dates back to 1558.
Once in through the North door
the 15th Century font can be seen. It is carved with the instruments of the Passion.
including two flails, two lances and four nails
The interior of the church is roomy and light.
The pulpit
Moving on through the chancel screen
one can see the altar table
and a harmonium. (I used to have one like that many years ago)
On a table there are two old bibles.
I had a close look at one of them
It contains many full colour illustrations. This is the title page.
Looking back towards the base of the tower
The belfry hold three bells, two dated 1423 and the other was cast in the 14th Century.
Outside -looking at the tower and spire from the South side
The South entrance porch
The walls of the church are a mixture of limestone, sandstone and greensand with some repairs patched with brick. The nave and chancel are roofed with Welsh slates and the aisles with lead.
Finally, a fascinating niche in the base of the tower
Information on the history of the church was gleaned from a small booklet produced by The Churches Conservation Trust.
Tuesday, 14 May 2019
A Riveting Read
I've mentioned Obooko a couple of times as a site where one can download free e-books. You need to register with the site. You will receive one notification email from them but no unwanted mail after that.
In the non-fiction - biography section is Blood, Sweat and Tea by Tom Reynolds.
The book is based on the entries made by Tom in a blog he writes.
He is an ambulance medic working in London and details some of his experiences on the job.
I found it very difficult to put down, a riveting read throughout.
It can be downloaded in pdf, epub or kindle versions.
It looks as though the original blog included some photographs but they don't show in the epub version I installed.
Synopsis from the Obooko site:
Back in 2003, an EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) working for the London Ambulance Service began writing a blog. It turned into this book.
Hold tight and get ready for fast-paced, graphic accounts of the daily life of an EMT on the busy streets of London. It's funny and heartwarming yet tragic and profound in parts, reflecting the realities of providing emergency services in an inner-city environment.
In the non-fiction - biography section is Blood, Sweat and Tea by Tom Reynolds.
The book is based on the entries made by Tom in a blog he writes.
He is an ambulance medic working in London and details some of his experiences on the job.
I found it very difficult to put down, a riveting read throughout.
It can be downloaded in pdf, epub or kindle versions.
It looks as though the original blog included some photographs but they don't show in the epub version I installed.
Synopsis from the Obooko site:
Back in 2003, an EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) working for the London Ambulance Service began writing a blog. It turned into this book.
Hold tight and get ready for fast-paced, graphic accounts of the daily life of an EMT on the busy streets of London. It's funny and heartwarming yet tragic and profound in parts, reflecting the realities of providing emergency services in an inner-city environment.
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