Bandits at 8 O'Clock
A couple of Carrion Crows chasing a juvenile female Marsh Harrier. The harriers and crows both like to perch on the same bush in the middle of the reed bed - and there are often skirmishes as a result - although these mostly involve acrobatic chases without any real contact. Good job, as both would probably be injured if they came to actual blows.
Taken early yesterday morning in the golden light, a real treat!
I remember when these birds were almost extinct in the UK due to pesticide use, with just 2 birds in East Anglia. They continue to make a strong comeback - thank goodness!
Taken in Norfolk.
Thanks to those that faved and commented on this shot earlier - noticed some nasty colour fringing on the harriers tail and had to delete it and re-edit - otherwise my OCD would not let me sleep!
Bandits at 8 O'Clock
A couple of Carrion Crows chasing a juvenile female Marsh Harrier. The harriers and crows both like to perch on the same bush in the middle of the reed bed - and there are often skirmishes as a result - although these mostly involve acrobatic chases without any real contact. Good job, as both would probably be injured if they came to actual blows.
Taken early yesterday morning in the golden light, a real treat!
I remember when these birds were almost extinct in the UK due to pesticide use, with just 2 birds in East Anglia. They continue to make a strong comeback - thank goodness!
Taken in Norfolk.
Thanks to those that faved and commented on this shot earlier - noticed some nasty colour fringing on the harriers tail and had to delete it and re-edit - otherwise my OCD would not let me sleep!