Recently we have seen a pair of Egyptian Geese which have taken to feeding in our gardens. I think they … More
Author: Pete
I am semi-retired after a career in medical sciences. I now work from home doing independent research and consultancy amongst other things. One advantage of this is that I do have time to indulge my interests including birdwatching, natural history, steam trains and history particularly ancient history.
Tilbury…Butterflies and an unexpected sighting.
Keith and I decided to head off last week to Tilbury Fort in the hope of some early butterflies. We … More
The return of the Terrapin
Another bright but cool day for my weekly walk on the local patch. This seems to be the story of … More
Farewell and adieu Heygo
I had a trip booked with Heygo, the virtual tour company, last week, so was surprised to find that it … More
And still the Nightingales sang on… not that we saw them!
A trip out with Andrew and Nicole to the RSPB reserves at Cliffe and Northward Hill in North Kent. Our … More
Spring has sprung, maybe?
A bright sunny morning for my weekly recording walk around the local patch. Despite the bright sunshine, there is still … More
Needle Galaxy
This week’s photo target, the Needle Galaxy, is a new one for me. It is a barred spiral galaxy which … More
And the Nightingale sang……
Keith and I usually make one trip each year, in April, to Leybourne Country Park in New Hythe Kent. This … More
The Eagle Nebula
This week’s pictures are of the Eagle Nebula (M16/NGC6611). This is a much-photographed object, especially since the amazing photographs were … More
Migrants arrive!
My second patch walk of the spring/summer season this morning. It was only 11C, so I wasn’t hopeful of any … More
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