radipole Lake RSPB

Raptor · #1 (**permalink**) 07-09-09, 08:06 PM

As this is my nearest place for birding I thought I'd show a photo of two Marsh Harriers (distant) and just how close they are to urban housing considering they are known to dislike disturbance.

clydebirder · #2 (**permalink**) 07-09-09, 08:11 PM

The birds here have obviously accepted the presence of people, I have watched Hobby chasing House Martins here, watching the bursts of speed and twisting and turning around houses in pusuit of martins is amazing, you are a lucky to have such a superb reserve on your door step, am I jealous ....you bet I am

cheers, John

Raptor · #3 (**permalink**) 07-09-09, 08:44 PM

Although they turn up here occasionally I still had to go to Blashford lakes in Hampshire to see a Bittern.

Neil Rigby · #4 (**permalink**) 07-09-09, 09:27 PM

Now there's a sight!

When you mention looking for Marsh Harriers that's not the type of terrain that sprang to mind.

Great spot though!

Thanks for the info.

Little Sparrow · #5 (**permalink**) 08-09-09, 10:54 AM

A wonderful image! Wish they would fly over my house!

Twitcheruth · #6 (**permalink**) 09-09-09, 09:32 AM

Wow,amazing shot Raptor!!!

I'm thrilled when Buzzards circle over my garden,these would have me dancing in delight.......thanks for sharing!

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