Tophill Low Nature Reserve

A cold but sunny day, which was enhanced by the array of birds I saw on my latest visit to the reserve.  It was nice to hear the small birds chirping within North Marsh woods.

I had seen the Little Egret on the Tophill Low blog, so wanted to try and see it for myself, and I wasn't to be disappointed - although it was a bit too far away for a good photo.

Little Egret

Little Egret in flight

This Heron paid a short visit to Hempholme meadow, but he was soon off again

Great Crested Grebe on O res - I also saw Tufted Duck and Wigeon

This lovely Barn Owl flew towards me as I headed towards Watton Burrows

Goldeneye on D res, also Goosander

Goosander - Female

Goosander - Male

Long Tail Tit - always tricky to photograph as they move too quick!

Blue Tit checking out the nest box

Willow Tit

Gadwall stretching it's wings on North Lagoon