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Dunnock / prunella modularis. Mapperley Wood, Derbyshire. 25/01/17.

 

As a change from seeking out and photographing winter thrushes and Waxwings in urban environments, I've visited a local wood twice recently. No noise, interruptions, ducking and diving - just sheer bliss to sit quietly relaxed and see what turned up...and I wasn't disappointed!

 

After a horribly foggy morning, the sun suddenly broke through at midday, my cue to grab camera gear and head out.

By mid-afternoon the light was golden and gorgeous. When this little Dunnock perched out, enjoying some rays and backed by Hazel catkins, I just knew an image had to be made. I quite like the bokeh created and the tiny bird in its big golden habitat.

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Uploaded on February 6, 2017
Taken on January 25, 2017