Although we spent the day in London (See posts on Pompeii and Herculaneum exhibition and future posting on Lowry exhibition) … More
Category: Natural History
Bird pictures: Muscovy Duck
The Muscovy duck comes from Central and South America. Originally a wild species, it was domesticated by the Indians. It … More
Naturelog: Friday 12th July
A trip to the Wetland Centre at Barnes. Although it was fairly quiet for birds the grounds were in full … More
Bird Pictures: Barnacle Goose
Barnacle Geese are winter visitors to the UK.The name comes from the belief, before we understood that birds migrate, that … More
Naturelog: Monday 8th July
The garden continues to be quiet, although we have seen the Green Woodpecker on a number of occasions recently. A … More
Bird pictures: Common Pochard
The Common Pochard is one of the commoner duck species seen in the UK. It is present all year round … More
Naturelog: Thursday 4th July
A pleasant morning and so decided to go for a walk in Scadbury LNR which is not far from where … More
The Royal Pelicans
Many people have heard about the Royal Swans, which can be found on the upper reaches of the river Thames, … More
Naturelog: Monday 1st July
Working at home most of today – 4 Swifts over garden mid-morning and a brief view of Green Woodpecker as … More
Patch Update: June 2013
26 species were seen on the patch this month. Things have generally been quiet as the birds get on with … More