On the way back from Farringford, we went to Yarmouth to see what birds were about on the river. While approaching Yarmouth from Thorley Road, a female Marsh Harrier flew low across the road. Typical when I'm in the car and can't take a picture. Cracking views though.
The tide was high and still rising and a lot of birds were present on the little islands, including Teal, Widgeon, Canada Geese, Cormorants, Oystercatchers, Lapwings and gulls.
The sun was harsh and you are shooting into the light, so conditions weren't ideal; also as it was very warm, around 18C, the dreaded heat haze was present.
Canon R7 with Canon RF 200-800mm lens.
The (or 'a') Marsh Harrier appeared, across the other side of the creek opposite the old station, towards Wilmingham Lane. It was too far away for a decent shot (and, again, the heat haze was bad) so I went for 'bird in its environment' shots instead.
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| Robins were singing from the tops of shrubs |
Walking back to the car park, a Redshank was close to the path. It was searching for morsels in the mud and took no notice of me.
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