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.

Thursday 11 May 2023

Tophill Low - 11th May 2023


 A dull start to the day but brightening and very mild. A good day to be out in the great outdoors, and for me. today, that was Tophill Low. Arrived early and headed off around the south side. Generally it was very quiet, wildlife wise and I only met one person! I'm not really a hide dweller, preferring to wander after giving each hide view a gander. Likewise, I'm not an obsessive birder or photographer, seeing what I see when I see it. I suppose I don't really know what I am!😇. Only two year ticks of Common Terns (2) and Cuckoos (2) calling.

Couldn't resist this view in on the approach road

Oystercatcher Chick


Willow Warbler



Sedge Warbler



Common Terns

Marsh Harrier


Long Tailed Tit


Black Headed Gull - actually got airborne (briefly) before dropping!


Mute Swan


Dunnock (If you are bored, google "sex life of Dunnocks!)


Roe Deer




Walking through the woods the smell of Ramsons (Wild Garlick) was a delight!





Thank you for looking.




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