Great Grey Shrike at Fernworthy

16 November 2009

Steve Young took these shots of the Great Grey Shrike at Fernworthy Reservoir yesterday afternoon (Sunday 15 November).

The bird was showing well on a steep, clear-felled area on the south side of reservoir. It spent much of its time hovering at height trying to catch bumble-bees.

Great Grey Shrike, Fernworthy Reservoir

Great Grey Shrike – Fernworthy – © Steve Young – 15 November 2009

Great Grey Shrike, Fernworthy Reservoir

Great Grey Shrike & male Great Spotted Woodpecker – Fernworthy – © Steve Young – 15 November 2009