February 2021

Me & Dad went for a walk along the Frome Valley to see what was about. A Kingfisher flew up the river & as usual disappeared out of sight. In the quarry, we saw at least 4-5 Stock Doves. A couple of Blackbirds were seen near the bridge on the Frome Valley Walkway. A couple of Grey Wagtails were foraging along the river, until they flew underneath the bridge. Spring is definately on it's way with Snowdrops now in full flower.

Stock Dove [Adult]

Stock Dove [Adult]

Blackbird [Female]

Grey Wagtail [Female]

Yate & Ridge Woods 26th February 2021

Me & Dad went to Kingsgate Park in Yate to see the Goosanders. There were 6 birds seen on a small lake before they took at 8:00AM & flew towards Cooper's Lake. The Male however misjudged it's take off & had to start again. He eventually managed to catch up with the Females. There were 2 Coal Tits foraging in the conifers & a Goldcrest singing. We also had a quick walk around Ridge Woods & saw Blackcap, a couple of Redwings, Song Thrush & Dunnock. Also singing & calling around the area were Goldcrest, Great Spotted Woodpecker & Nuthatch.

Goosander [Female]

Goosander [Male]

Goosander [Male]

Coal Tit [Adult]

Dunnock [Adult]

Horton
28th February 2021

Me & Dad had a walk around Horton & saw a Woodcock briefly, Marsh Tit, Nuthatch and Great-spotted Woodpecker. Also heard a few Stock Doves calling in the woods, but didn't see them.

Linnet [Male]

Nuthatch [Adult]

Marsh Tit [Adult]

Yate
3rd March 2021

Managed to get a few photos of the Male Blackcap that has been visiting our garden all Winter. He has started to sing a bit now, which is lovely to hear.

February 2021