What a difference a day makes.The swallows and sandmartins that we share our meadow with each summer were in a frenzy this morning (Tursday 21st) and making the most of the humid conditions which have brought out the flying insects that they rely on.This afternoon against a blue sky I was able to make out 2, swift hopefully a pair.They had been invited to tea no doubt.
The blue tit family are still in their nest in the wall of the house. They are being fed on the abundant grubs that live on the willow .Unfortunately there is one less nestling owing to overcrowding which is unavoidable but a good sign that there are lots more inside and that they haven't suffered the effects of the recent rough weather.
Lis Collison