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Calling Redshank , Tiree
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Tiree
Redshank (Tringa totanus) defending its territory, taken by Rebecca Dickson. When birds are on territory they will call when alerted by predators or due to disturbance. It is important to note that when birds (particularly sensitive species such as waders) are repeatedly calling loudly due to your presence, it is best practice to back off as they will be protecting their nest or chicks. It is critical to avoid disturbance of breeding birds, and know when to back off after a warning call. This photo was taken with a long lens from a vehicle.
12 May 2024
Whitethroat singing, Oxfordshire
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Oxfordshire and Berkshire
Whitethroat (Curruca communis) singing at Cholsey Meadows, Oxfordshire, taken by David Palmar
12 May 2023
Whitethroat singing, Oxfordshire
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Oxfordshire and Berkshire
Whitethroat (Curruca communis) singing at Cholsey Meadows, Oxfordshire, taken by David Palmar
12 May 2023
Great crested grebes defend their mating platform from a Coot, Linlithgow Loch
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West Lothian - Linlithgow Loch Great crested grebes
Great crested grebes (Podiceps cristatus) attempting to defend their mating platform on Linlithgow Loch from a Coot (Fulica atra), which drove them off.
09 March 2020
Great crested grebes defend their mating platform from a Coot, Linlithgow Loch
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West Lothian - Linlithgow Loch Great crested grebes
Great crested grebes (Podiceps cristatus) attempting to defend their mating platform from a Coot (Fulica atra), which drove them off on Linlithgow Loch
09 March 2020
Greylag Geese and Mute Swan at Leighton Moss
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Lancashire
Greylag Geese (Anser anser) defending their goslings from a Mute Swan (Cygnus olor), Leighton Moss, Lancashire. Greylag geese are very protective of their offspring, and will chase away potential threats including swans.
24 April 2004
Gannets arguing on cliff, Troup Head
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Troup Head, Aberdeenshire
Northern Gannets (Morus bassanus) arguing over nesting territory on the cliff at Troup Head
