The feisty Avocet

Bobs_Retired · Post by **Bobs_Retired** » Mon May 26, 2025 10:58 pm

Avocets are known for being very feisty and protective of their young.
They are happy to tackle the diminutive but dangerous Redshank

and are not phased by heard of gallumphing beasties

All this to protect these cuties.

All photos taken at RSPB Saltholme, 26 May 2025.

SnappyMac · Post by **SnappyMac** » Tue May 27, 2025 7:08 am

Nice action Bob, great to see the young. I have yet to see an avocet this year

Willpar · Post by **Willpar** » Tue May 27, 2025 9:43 pm

Very nice pics Bob.

Bobs_Retired · Post by **Bobs_Retired** » Tue May 27, 2025 10:31 pm

SnappyMac wrote: Tue May 27, 2025 7:08 am Nice action Bob, great to see the young. I have yet to see an avocet this year

What general area are you in - they seem to be breeding further north every year.

SnappyMac · Post by **SnappyMac** » Wed May 28, 2025 7:12 am

Bobs_Retired wrote: Tue May 27, 2025 10:31 pm What general area are you in - they seem to be breeding further north every year.

I am in Bedfordshire Bob, I would typically see them on the Norfolk or Suffolk costal reserves. I feel a trip is required...

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