Previously “Diary of a Birding Medic”; “Rugby Birder”; "Bempton Birder”. All views expressed in this blog are my OWN and do not represent the opinions or policies of any organisations or entities whatsoever with whom I have been, am now or will be affiliated. Reference to Bempton Cliffs in NO way promotes the organisation known as RSPB Bempton Cliffs, but rather the FREEdom of the cliffs.

Monday, 6 October 2014

Pastures New - Spurn - 5th October 2014

House Sparrows

Until today, I had not visited Spurn, so was extremely grateful to receive the offer a seat on the mini bus trip, organised by the the local Coventry and Warwickshire RSPB Group. The day was extremely pleasant and the company second to none. There was, however, one problem - the lack of birds! I had hoped to receive the "Holy Grail" in this area of notable rarities with life and year ticks. No life ticks but three year ticks in the form of Great Skua, Arctic Skua and juvenile Black Tern. Everything was distant, very distant, so it was difficult to obtain many images! The result of this is common birds which can be taken just about anywhere! My impressions of Spurn = magic and great to be in the fresh sea air! Will I return? = probably!

House Sparrows


Roe Deer




Wheatear








Grey Heron


...with Redshank (missing left foot!)


Bad Hair Day?





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  1. Unknown16 October 2014 at 12:51

    Wheatear beautiful, Grey Wagtail I think is my favourite bird, great photos as always Kevin.

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