I thought it might be a Dunlin, only thing putting me off is the head colouring, might just be the light though. Wouldn't be surprised if it was a Little Stint though.
Rich, check out Clatteringshaws Loch and Loch Ken In D&G for more Red Kites. I am right next door to D&G but it is only in the last 6 years that I have spent a lot more time there. Some really good birding spots.
Thanks for that Rich. I was quite surprised at the size of the bird I had always assumed that they were quite small. Guess I should pay more attention to my field guides.
While driving along the A75 (a very busy road) a Red Kite flew up and out from the grass verge right in front of me. Quite amazing. Question.... is it common for these birds to hunt so close to busy traffic?
Since starting this hobby 3 years ago I have increasingly become more interested in bird migration. I read recently that only some Fieldfares move south to the U.K. in winter. Questions.... Why do only some migrate? and is this common with most migratory birds. Hope this is not a daft question...
Hi everyone.
3 years birding now and loving it. 54yrs old, should have done this years ago. Need to learn as much as possible. Be prepared for questions.
Robert
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