My heart lifted as I looked out of the window this morning. I’m a cold weather person, always have been and always will be, and it was frosty. I don’t know exactly why, but I always feel a real sense of anticipation when it turns cold. So, donning several layers, I headed to Newbiggin for an early morning seawatch. Nothing much passing by, but the crisp air and a skein of Pink-footed Geese, as well as indulging my favourite birdwatching passion, all made for an enjoyable couple of hours.
Back in the office after thawing out I could see, high overhead, a small flock of birds heading south. Perhaps more wild geese? No, remarkably, the binoculars revealed 5 Magpies. Another 4 were following close behind. Note to self – check literature for info about Magpie migration…