A fairly early start along the coast road back towards Kings Lyn for our journey back to Somerset. Storm Doris had gone through though it was still a little blustery. Along the road we suddenly glimpsed a Barn Owl. So lucky that there was a pull in, we grabbed our cameras and binoculars and found the owl on a fairly nearby post. I guess it was out hunting now because of storm Doris the day before. Just couldn't believe our luck as we haven't seen a Barn Owl in ages. We stood and watched the owl for a good 10 minutes before continuing our journey.
We decided to pay a quick visit to RSPB Snettisham. As we travelled the road leading to the reserve we spotted some Hares in a field. There was a convenient gate we could park next to and wow we were so glad we stopped. Not only for at least 6 Hares running around a field full of Snowdrops but our first ever sighting of Grey Partridge and good numbers to. There were also Red Partridge, Pheasants and a Green Woodpecker as well. We spent at least an hour watching the antics of the Hares and birds - what a field, a 'magic field'.
We reached the reserve and along the way had a great view of some more Grey Partridges in a field along the way. We didn't realise the male was so striking. Close to the reserve carpark in the fields were Greylag and Egyptian Geese. No time now to stop and explore the Snettisham reserve as we have to journey home but not before stopping at the 'magic field' one more time!
In summary... Norfolk is an amazing place - we will definitely return.
Stunning Barn Owl
So privileged to see this beautiful owl
Hare and Snowdrops
Excellent stuff Penny & Anne such a great place so much to see, me and Lauren went up 2 years ago, had a great time. Didn't you go to Bempton ? shame about wind but you've some great shots and a few lifers.
ReplyDeleteNeed Shorelark, Grey Partridge better views of Bramling too!
Barn Owls excellent Top job !