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Lapland Longspur
Helios

Lapland Longspur (Calcarius lapponicus)

Great day, also seeing Wryneck, Red-backed Shrike, and also King Eider. Probably my best ever for rarities. Wryneck didn't show well enough for photos unfortunately.
Habitat
Dunes
Location
Minsmere, Suffolk
Date taken
12.9.10
Scientific name
Calcarius lapponicus
Equipment used
D300, 500/4 with 1.4 tele.
I think next time you should get a little closer so that we can see some detail:-O

Superb:t:
 

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British Rarities
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