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delia todd

Back view (Emberiza citrinella)

It was a bit of a surprise to find this picture in the folder as I didn't think I'd seen a Yellowhammer this year, in fact I'd not seen one since April last year!

Interestingly, he's on the same feeder and the same place as that last one, as you can see here: https://www.birdforum.net/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=606078

Sad really, as I've always been able to rely on Loch of the Lowes to see them.
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Habitat
Inland loch and woodland nature reserve
Location
Loch of the Lowes, Dunkeld, Perthshire
Date taken
17 March 2019
Scientific name
Emberiza citrinella
Equipment used
Fuji Finepix HS50 Sports Mode Continuous
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sometimes scrolling through the photos brings indeed some nice surprises, Delia!!! this yellowhammer seems quite faithful, top class, many tfs!!!
 
j toon
it`s no good delia !! you`ve go to turn the feeder round..lol...many thanks.....
 
jbpixels
A positive surprise for you. Brilliant cut out curve in the wood to get a glance of its neon-yellow back.
 
KC Foggin
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So you did see one but just didn't remember ;)

Are their numbers backing down for your area D? You can answer me here.
 
aloktewari
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A lovely shot showing rear detail and pattern ... wonderful work, Delia ... tfs ...
 
delia todd
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Cheers KC.

They're now Red-listed by the RSPB, in serious decline now.

About 5 years ago I heard 13 calling 'hammers between home and Kinnordy. The last few years I've heard none! Loch of the Lowes would have about a dozen at the feeders, and that's the only one I've seen there this year! Very very sad.
 
Chris G6 UXU
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A lovely shot, capture and narrative Delia, lovely job and many tfs and we are not seeing many down here either.
 
KC Foggin
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That sure isn't good to hear D. Any thoughts from RSPB as to the decline?
 

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