Lille Flug surprise.

Today, the ringing was quite successful. 283 New birds were ringed in Gedser of 15 Species. As to be expected Blue Tit were the highest number ringed at 142, followed by: Great Tit (33), Chiffchaff (31) Robin (24), Goldcrest (17), Coal Tit (6), Sparrowhawk (6), Redstart (5), Chaffinch (4), 3 of each Brambling, Blackcap, Song Thrush and Willow Warbler. 2 Wren and 1 Dunnock.

In the afternoon some cloud rolled in and amongst other birds, a Red-breasted Flycatcher arrived and sat showing very well by the wood shed. Lets hope tonight's rain keeps it here until the morning's ringing efforts. Until then my record shots of the bird will have to do. A Presumed 1st Calendar year male due to the tipping on Greater Coverts and the slight orangey buff colour on chest.

Henrik left us today, he's been a great teacher for me and Heather here in Gedser and we will sure miss him. 

Red-Breasted Flycatcher - Ficedula parva

Red-Breasted Flycatcher, Ficedula parva 1cy male?

Craig Brookes

Photo: Craig Brookes