This Chiffchaff was taking a break from nest-building at Bretton this morning. The birds have been back for nearly three weeks now and whilst the first Blackcaps and Garden Warblers are only just finding their feet, these migration torch-bearers will be egg-laying any time.
I spent two hours following a couple of dueling male Blackcaps around the park but to no avail. The birds will be much more cooperative once territories have been established in a week or two. On the plus side I clocked my first Buzzard at Bretton this year showing distantly but well over Seven Acre Plantation north of Middle Park.
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Funny thing, Bluebirder...every time I see the word 'Chiffchaff' I equate it with our American slang 'riff-raff' (which is used to describe worthless or trashy) and then I am pleasantly surprised to see your sweet little bird! I especially like the first picture of him behind the swollen spring bud -perfect! You have been getting around - love to see that buzzard in a picture ;-)
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