Redstart

Redstart on territory in a Greensand Ridge woodland

Black-necked Grebes at Priory CP

One of two Black-necked Grebes at Priory CP, 27th April 2006 by Ray Roche. April is traditionally an excellent month to find this species passing through Bedfordshire on its way north.

Nighingale at Stewartby

One of three Nightingales that were singing around Stewartby Lake during the spring of 2006. Image taken on 26th April by Andy Whitney.

Wheatear at Blows Downs

One of eight Northern Wheatear on the Downside slopes - there were c.45 birds reported that day.

Ring Ouzel at Pegsdon Hills

In an excellent spring for Ring Ouzels in the county, this was one seen at Pegsdon Hills on 2nd April 2006, by Robin Edwards.

Merlin at Broom

One of two Merlins that wintered at Broom GP during the first-half of 2006. Image by Phil Hasell.

White-fronted Geese at Roxton

Five of 27 wonderful White-fronted Geese at Roxton. These birds had previously been at Blunham on the 5th Feb but moved to Roxton where they stayed until the 27th at least. There was another group of 19 at Southill Lake. Photo by Richard Bashford

Hawfinches at Wrest Park

One of around ten Hawfinches seen at Wrest Park during February 2006. This was taken on 3rd Feb by Rochard Bashford.

Dartford Warbler at Houghton Regis

A Dartford Warbler was found at Houghton Regis during January 2006. These shots were taken on the 22nd and 23rd, by Phil Hasel and Derek Amer respectively.

Bittern at Roxton Lakes

This Bittern was found roosting late one evening at Roxton Lakes, 8th January 2006 by Richard Bashford