goldcrest

The Goldcrest is surprisingly common at Wellington but rather difficult to spot. Britain’s joint smallest bird, along with the Firecrest, it nests in the outer tips of the branches of conifer trees. Spend a few minutes gazing up into the branches of the magnificent Wellingtonias on North Front and you may be able to catch a glimpse of these tiny, busy birds.

Goldcrest on a twig near the golf course -23.01.21- Mark Dodd

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