Tuesday 28 April 2009

Vole time




This bank vole was one of a pair feeding under Rhododendron bushes. He was very friendly and became addicted to sunflower seeds, often taking 4 into his mouth at a time and scuttling off to hide them. Hard to get good photos of them as the light was very poor.


Crazy Canadas







The sculpture park lakes are alive with Canada Geese arguing, fighting, chasing and getting generally upset. They expend huge amounts of energy setting up and defending a territory.

Friday 24 April 2009

Happy Herons







The Grey Herons are well into their breeding season with both island nests occupied. The males are getting very excited.