Colourful Squabble In The Garden

Tilly2 | 14:10 Wed 22nd Oct 2014 | Twitching & Birdwatching

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We have just watched a jay and a greater spotted woodpecker taking it in turns to bash each other up on the peanut feeder. The woodpecker won in the end.

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Waxwings.

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Chipchopper

Ah, that would explain why you hear them first :-)

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But when we see them, it's lovely.

Chipchopper

Even a fleeting glimpse is something to behold!

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Yes, Chip, that flash of iridescent blue is gorgeous.

Chipchopper

I've been privileged to see them catch fish on a few occasions and one time a newt.

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Wow!

The other day, we saw a Grey Heron catch a fish and eat it. That was a first for us.

Chipchopper

I remember seeing a hereon on occasions perched on top of a 'no fishing' sign and sometimes attracting fish by dropping bits of bread in the water.

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