Wind, rain & some birds
April 2024
We took a trip to the coast last weekend. The weather was stormy, but we still had a great time. It wasn't always easy to find birds, but we got some nice moments!
On the sea dike. The wind was so strong that it was hard to stand still.
A couple of goldfinches (one in the picture).
A shy sedge warbler.
A little wren.
Close bussard
Near the visitor center, we suddenly saw some big birds of prey flying around. They were too far away to see what they were, but it was a nice sight.
And all of a sudden, a bussard was just chilling in front of us. We were able to take some nice pictures of it. Still not sure if it was a young bird or a sick or tired one. It was however very close and didn't seem to mind us at all, rather unusual for a bussard.
Showing of it's beautiful feathers.
Nothing to fear.
Looking for prey...
(Some of) the prey.
Getting some insects.
Stoat
Northern wheatear.
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My absolute favorite moment of the weekend. A beautiful blackcap singing it's heart out between the beautiful spring blossom.