29 October 2023 - Hollingworth Lake

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Siskins, Chiffchaff, Goldcrest, Treecreeper, Kingfisher, Rooks, Tree Sparrow (garden)

Went for a walk around the lake with Joanne this morning, and there was quite a bit of activity.  A few Siskins were in the Alders, and around the big hedge area there were a couple of Goldcrests and a Chiffchaff.  A couple of Rooks flew over, and then a few minutes later another one came back in the opposite direction.  

Beyond the hide, there were a few Long-tailed Tits feeding in the willows by the path, and a Treecreeper flew down and showed briefly before disappearing.  We met Simon who said he'd seen a Kingfisher just near the pavilion, and after we parted company I had a quick look, and just caught a glimpse as it flew out of the willows in the direction of the hide. 

Best bird of the day though by far, was a Tree Sparrow that appeared in the garden, after a complete absence last winter.

Chiffchaff, 1/500 sec, f/7.1, 500 mm, ISO 2000

Chiffchaff , 1/640 sec, f/7.1, 500 mm, ISO 2000 (view full size image)

Tree Sparrow, 1/80 sec, f/7.1, 500 mm, ISO 320