A very brave wood-pigeon just let himself fall into the deep waters of the pond.He did it more than once, so that I was able to capture it. It was such a fun sight, because you normally don't see birds drop themselves in deep water. He was very much able to cross over to the other side.
But of course you cannot tell them to do so, They have a mind of their own and the only thing I could do for them is to have a nest box inviting them.
So it was a great surprise they accepted the invitation. Every morning I see them building on the nest. I keep myself at a distance to not disturb the party.
Seeing him is another story, because he is very very shy.
Last week I was able to spot him, while he climbed an oak tree, hardly visible against the moss.
This morning one of the squirrels was very delighted having his peanut-breakfast. He even hanged upside down on the branch so that he could get the nuts.
Suddenly the small iron tie broke loose from the branch.(I had not tied it very well to the branch, I suppose), but squirrel held on to the peanut-bag and dangled like an acrobat on the branch!
Then suddenly the peanut-bag broke loose from his paws.... so beautiful, I captured that moment, when that happened. It was his stunning looks that made me laugh out loud! It was so funny to see this. He did not mind and continued his breakfast at the foot of the tree between the snowdrops and the crocuses.
Its amazing to see the doves can dive and swim!
The wood pigeon falls into the water on purpose, I saw him doing that several times!
Normally he does not come that close, but he cannot resist these yummy nuts.
and I am able to get some close up shots, because he is very beautiful.
Wishing you all a great flight this year!
