Eurasian Nuthatch DSC_4039
Eurasian Nuthatch / sitta europaea. Calke Park, Derbyshire. 05/12/16.
My second day in a week devoted to making images of Marsh Tits. However, once concealed and settled quietly, there are many other subjects that grab my attention. Last week it was splendid views of sparring GSW's. Today, more nice close encounters with woodpeckers, plus several Nuthatch busily searching the woodland floor for nuts and seeds etc.
The one shown above stayed around the area for about 20 minutes. I couldn't resist taking a few shots when s/he flew up to the branch and started posturing at a rival who suddenly appeared. I just love the fantastic postures that this species can adopt.
Eurasian Nuthatch DSC_4039
Eurasian Nuthatch / sitta europaea. Calke Park, Derbyshire. 05/12/16.
My second day in a week devoted to making images of Marsh Tits. However, once concealed and settled quietly, there are many other subjects that grab my attention. Last week it was splendid views of sparring GSW's. Today, more nice close encounters with woodpeckers, plus several Nuthatch busily searching the woodland floor for nuts and seeds etc.
The one shown above stayed around the area for about 20 minutes. I couldn't resist taking a few shots when s/he flew up to the branch and started posturing at a rival who suddenly appeared. I just love the fantastic postures that this species can adopt.