tetrad V

Neighbour of the notorious tetrad W. In an area which today at least, lacked even a single Robin,Wren,Dunnock,Magpie,Starling,Buzzard or Raven it is perhaps surprising that Bulfinches are so common. I saw a flock of 12 on my last visit and another 4 today. I presume they are able to find sustenance on the buds and/or seeds of the conifers, but I don't really know. Five Crossbills and fantastic views south across the border made for a very enjoyable morning.