Garden Tick

I opened the bedroom curtains this morning to this wonderful sight...

Some of the c60 Swallows stopping off on their way South.

Sat in the back garden on our rocking bench this afternoon, having a cuppa with the good lady. A few movements in the vegetation but nothing special...

I picked up 3 high flying Swifts which is always a good moment. Then...there they were, powering low South. 3 Mute Swans! A golden Garden addition (75). Scarce as a Village sighting (10). Easy Birding.

My pal Phil is in his way down to Scilly for a few Pelagics. He stopped off at Pagham Harbour this afternoon and had great views of the Squacco Heron...