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Reed Warbler
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Reed Warbler (Acrocephalus scirpaceus)

Final Tawny Update: The RSPCA vet has advised to leave well alone. She doubts it is feather mite and is more akin to a brood patch particularly at this time of year despite the feather shafts still being present. As the bird is not stressed (which it wasn't when we saw it) she feels that it should not be disturbed and that during the summer she will moult and hopefully regain her plumage in due course. Naturally, I have advised the local authority who will abide by this advice. Many thanks for all of your concern over the last couple of weeks.
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Habitat
Reed beds
Location
RSPB Burton Mere, Chehsire
Date taken
4th June 2015
Scientific name
Acrocephalus scirpaceus
Equipment used
Eos 7D, EF300L f4, Ex 1.4 II
BrianWH
Good news on the Tawny Brian, let's hope it works out for him.

Superb shot, pose and setting for this Warbler Brian, well captured Tfs mate
 
S K Gudi
That is good to hear. Fabulous shot of this cutie in a beautiful setting, Brian!! tfs.
 
Chris G6 UXU
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A beautiful close up and setting Brian, many tfs and the update on the Tawny Owl.
 
carann
What a beautiful composition, Brian !!! Thanks for sharing and for the good news re. the tawny owl.
 
mali
Super wee Reedy capture Brian...Thanks for the update on the Tawny. I guess them people should know whats best for the bird, lets hope it all works out.
 

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