Peregrines are renowned for their incredible speed and accuracy during hunts, often achieving speeds of up to 240 miles per hour during a stoop (high-speed dive).

Their characteristic bobbing tails add to their animated demeanour as they move gracefully along the water’s edge. Collared doves, often referred to as the Eurasian collared dove, are a common and charming sight in Manchester’s urban landscape. There are opportunities for all skills and experience, from section and species writers to photographic editors, data analysts and proof-readers. If you have something to offer, even if that’s only currently enthusiasm, passion, and desire, then please get in touch for more details and let’s make it happen! We’d love to hear from you. Westwood and Pearsons Flashes both only had a bathtub sized area unfrozen, and on each this contained

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Photography Tip: Capturing the vibrant and playful nature of Long-tailed Tits can be a rewarding endeavor. Use a camera with a telephoto lens to capture their intricate details. Early morning or late afternoon lighting can enhance the softness of their plumage. 14. Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis) These delightful birds thrive in a variety of green spaces, from woodlands to parks. Chorlton Water Park and Heaton Park are particularly excellent spots to observe them, as the diverse vegetation provides ample opportunities for foraging. Long-tailed tits are charming and distinctive birds known for their adorable appearance. They have soft and fluffy plumage that appears predominantly white with subtle pinkish hues.Goosanders, with two drakes north at first light, flooded later by another two drakes north, two females in from the NE dropping in around the Ramsdales/nature reserve area and three (one drake) at the very western end (inflow area). To spot common kestrels, head to locations with ample open spaces, such as parks, meadows, and even city gardens. They are adaptable birds and have successfully integrated into urban environments, making them accessible to birdwatchers across Manchester.