Canada Goose

 Many of these birds an be found at Ferrymoor. During migration even hundreds of them flying in every day. They are a large goose with a black head and a distinctive white throat patch. This species originally from North America has spread to cover most of the United Kingdom. Large flocks of them can be very noisy. In the spring when the really cute chicks hatch they are a sight not to be missed.

Remains of Snow

 Still a small amount of snow left hanging about. The temperatures are starting to increase and the forecasters have suggested it may go up to 7 degrees today. Even in January as it is now there are still a few signs of Autumn still about. This is the path to the left of the entrance. I often wonder does it really need to be this wide. Even at half this size there would still be plenty of access for wheelchairs etc.

Birds on the Ice

 Many of the birds were skating on the ice of the frozen lake at Ferrymoor. Including Mute Swan and Cygnet, Canada Geese and Mallard Duck. The ice has also provided a reflection. Although the lake is virtually frozen right over the birds have not gone hungry. A regular volunteer has been down to offer them seed, bread and vegetables  given by kind people as always. A thaw has been forecast in the next few days so hopefully the weather will improve.

Frozen Lake

 Managed to get down to Ferrymoor and the lake is well and truly frozen over. Most of the birds were skating about looking for food. The paths were frozen hard but not too difficult to walk on. The area known locally as the beach was a sheet of ice and not advisable to attempt accessing. A bunch of Black Headed Gulls were gathered on the other side these can be seen in the top left of picture. Answer to yesterday quiz it was an Aylesbury Duck

Who's Feet?

 This bird is a frequent visitor to Ferrymoor. There is normally only one about but occasionally a couple about. It is a chunky bird and  the feathers are all one colour. At one time their plumage was used in a manufacturing process. It is quite a heavy bird , the males can weigh four to five kilos. The feet are a dead give away to what type of bird this is. A name given by locals is quite popular with the recent weather.

Spoonbills

 This picture of these beautiful birds was captured in July last year at Ferrymoor. While I am walking round the Flash I often get asked, what camera do I use? As I have not visited for a few days due to the unsociable weather here is the answer. Panasonic G80 plus 25mm F1.7 Lens, 30mm Macro Lens and 100-300mm Telephoto Lens. I do carry an iPhone but have decided this is only suitable for the odd landscape. Not much use for anything else, only if that is all is available.

Snow on Reeds

 This is a picture of snow and frost on some reeds at Ferrymoor. It is not a current picture as visiting the reserve does not seem a very good idea at the moment. There appears to be lots of flood water about so walking around could not only be boggy but also rather dangerous. Hopefully water levels will soon subside allowing visits again very soon. A few people are visiting but only to supply some food to the birds.