The little owl (Athene noctua) is a small, grey-brown owl with white spots and streaks, and a distinctive flat-topped head and yellow eyes. This owl is widespread across Europe, Asia and North Africa, and was first introduced to Britain at the end of the 19th century, and into … [Read more...]
Moorhen
The Common Moorhen is a medium-sized crake that has a velvety brownish black plumage with flanks that have a distinctive white streak. The undertail coverts are white, conspicuous when the tail is jerked while swimming. The Moorhen has eye-catching red frontal shield and yellow … [Read more...]
Shoveler
The Shoveler (Anas clypeata) is a duck that can be found in many parts of the world. It is a medium-sized duck, and males are easily recognizable by their bright green heads and chest. They use their shovel-shaped bill to filter food from the water, and they are known for their … [Read more...]