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we've heard him screeching in the old outhouse, and seen his mum flying back and forth at night, but yesterday was our first time seeing him - and what a treat, because he chose the window to sleep in ALL DAY 😭 saw him stretch and walk in a circle a few times, but he stayed there from morning til dusk. he can't be older than a month and a half, bless him. i might have cried a bit when i first saw him lol, i've never been so close to a wild owl... thought this sub might like him <3

A Robins immaculate plumage.

Been seeing the baby around for a couple days now, this is the first time I've seen an adult with them, so I'm glad they're not abandoned.

Doesn't move far from our work's delivery entrance, seems to be panting a lot- if you get close (not looming over them) they don't seem to move away. I'm going to assume they're quite sick.

Anything we could do to help them? Or would it be advisable to let nature take it's course?

Short update:

spoken to one of our greenkeepers who has looked after sick birds in the past. Says that there's likely not much chance for the little fellow, but he'll take them to a hospital in the morning. He doesn't seem to move a great deal, so should be easy enough to catch.

Mother was grooming them when I saw them last. It's sweet that despite everything, mama is still trying to take care of them.

On a small roof

Blue Tit on the feeder.

Robin with his sunflower heart.

Not the best quality video unfortunately as it flew down the field as I got nearer. I normally average a few sightings per year when I’m out running, their flight pattern is so recognisable it always stops me in my tracks. Without doubt one of my favourite birds.

This little blue tit wasted no time at all getting absolutely soaked through!

The squirrels move in!

Tawny Owl roosting.

Heron eating a big fish. Does anyone know what fish it is?

Looking forward to see what he finds on his walks!