Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena) seen preening on Hogganfield Loch, Glasgow, taken by David Palmar. This adult is displaying its summer plumage with its rusty-red coloured neck, grey/white cheeks and a black cap.
12 September 2020
Adult Grey Heron preening at Hogganfield Loch, Glasgow
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Glasgow - Hogganfield Loch
Adult Grey Heron (Ardea cinerea) preening at Hogganfield Loch, Glasgow, taken by David Palmar.
12 September 2020
Oystercatcher, Great Cumbrae
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Firth of Clyde - Great Cumbrae
Oystercatcher (Haematopus ostralegus) preening at Great Cumbrae
23 May 2004
Greylag, Hogganfield
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Glasgow - Hogganfield Loch
Greylag goose (Anser anser) preening at Hogganfield Loch. Birds preen to keep their feathers in good condition, so that they are warm, waterproof and ready for flight. Geese have preen glands which produce a waterproof oil. By preening, they spread this oil across their feathers.
15 May 2004
Eider Duck, preening, Great Cumbrae
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Firth of Clyde - Great Cumbrae
Eider Duck (Somateria mollissima), preening at Great Cumbrae
