WOODPECKERS AND GOLDFINCHES

Gosh I feel so lucky. Two of my most favorite British birds visited the garden today and even stayed around long enough for photographs. My mum stayed last night and she couldn't wait to tell me she'd seen a beautiful Greater Spotted Woodpecker first thing this morning. I had to wait until this afternoon until he returned but it was worth it. Its been such a long time since they've visited the garden. Winter must be nearly here. Then as we were waiting, this gorgeous Goldfinch turned up. Another bird I've not seen in many many months.

Phil attacked!

Poor Phil the Pheasant got attacked today. Not by a vicous dog or even the farmer but by this little chappy below. He looks so sweet sat there munching on his nuts. Until he spotted Phil that is, when he instantly changed into a demon squirrel possessed! Pool Phil didn't know what hit him as cutey pie here lept on his head from above. It was all over in a few seconds though and apart from a few ruffled feathers no one was hurt.

The Nuthatches are finally getting their breeding colours although I'm sure they are already raising a chick. And the woodpecker's been showing well today too, with loads of visits to the feeder. I so hope they have some chicks too.