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Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) - Managed to snap this little guy early in the morning, not the best quality due to the poor ...
05/01/2025

Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis) - Managed to snap this little guy early in the morning, not the best quality due to the poor light!
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The Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) 🦊
05/01/2025

The Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) 🦊

Eurasian jay (Garrulus glandarius) - Did you know the Jay can mimic other birds—and even humans 🐦🎶 Caught this one takin...
03/01/2025

Eurasian jay (Garrulus glandarius) - Did you know the Jay can mimic other birds—and even humans 🐦🎶 Caught this one taking a break. Let me know your favourite bird in the comments 👇

The White Throated Dipper (Cinclus cinclus) - Dippers are a truly unique bird, they are the only aquatic songbird in the...
13/10/2024

The White Throated Dipper (Cinclus cinclus) - Dippers are a truly unique bird, they are the only aquatic songbird in the world! While some other songbirds such as swallows or wagtails, may be seen around water and sometimes feed on insects above the water, they do not dive and forage underwater like dippers do.

A few dipper facts 👇

Dippers have specialized adaptations for an aquatic environment, including dense, waterproof feathers and a nictitating membrane (a transparent third eyelid) that protects their eyes underwater.

They have an extra layer of down feathers for insulation, as well as large oil glands to help waterproof their feathers.

Their blood has a high concentration of hemoglobin, which allows them to store more oxygen for prolonged diving.

Let me know which songbird is your favourite👇

House sparrow (Passer domesticus) - House sparrows are omnivorous, eating everything from seeds to insects! 🐦🌾 They’ve a...
19/05/2024

House sparrow (Passer domesticus) - House sparrows are omnivorous, eating everything from seeds to insects! 🐦🌾 They’ve also been around humans for centuries, making themselves at home in our cities and towns. 🏙️

Mute swan at Roath Park 🦢🌳 📷
06/04/2024

Mute swan at Roath Park 🦢🌳
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If you have any facts about the Robin drop them in the comments below⬇️. I’m sure everyone knows this bird by now it’s p...
02/04/2024

If you have any facts about the Robin drop them in the comments below⬇️. I’m sure everyone knows this bird by now it’s probably the most photographed bird in the UK. But what you might not know is they actually navigate using the Earth’s magnetic field. They have tiny crystals of magnetite in their brains, which act like a compass, allowing them to sense magnetic fields and orient themselves during migration. This remarkable adaptation helps them navigate vast distances with precision, making them skilled travelers across continents.

The Tufted Duck 🦆- Aythya fuligula. Tufted ducks are known for their unique courtship displays. During the breeding seas...
01/04/2024

The Tufted Duck 🦆- Aythya fuligula. Tufted ducks are known for their unique courtship displays. During the breeding season, males perform elaborate displays to attract females, including head bobbing, wing flapping, and vocalizations.

One particularly fascinating behavior is the “rushing display,” where males swim rapidly across the water’s surface while making a distinctive splashing noise by rapidly flapping their wings.

This display not only showcases the male’s strength and vitality but also serves to impress potential mates, making it an intriguing aspect of tufted duck behavior during the breeding season.

The Song Thrush - Turdus philomelos. In some cultures, the song thrush is associated with folklore and mythology. For ex...
01/04/2024

The Song Thrush - Turdus philomelos. In some cultures, the song thrush is associated with folklore and mythology. For example, In Celtic mythology, birds, including the song thrush, are often associated with symbols of love, inspiration, and the Otherworld.

You will often hear the Song Thrush when walking through woodlands or parks although, it’s difficult to identify as some individuals can have song patterns of over 100 phrases!

Keep an eye or an ear out for the Song Thrush on your next walk!

Spotted this little duckling while out for a stroll by the canal – a sure sign that spring is in full swing! Ducklings n...
01/04/2024

Spotted this little duckling while out for a stroll by the canal – a sure sign that spring is in full swing! Ducklings never fail to bring a smile, and seeing them means summer is just around the corner. Here’s to the sunny days ahead!☀️

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