Monday, 21 February 2011

That Eagle

Intrigued by Rosemary's posting....it would helpful to know where in Wiston (if possible) and also to ask the homeowner concerned to let us know if she sees it again. Golden Eagle would be very unlikely (unless an escape, such as the one currently being enjoyed in Ceredigion), but the larger White-tailed Eagle is very possible - especially at this time of year and given the fact that a continental migrant was seen earlier this winter in Sussex and then Hampshire, and is now 'missing'. Worth a drive around the area I would suggest, checking fields and trees for anything resembling a flying barn door - they really are massive. Hopefully this gives you some idea - seen here with corvids (not starlings!)...

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