I spent a fabulous day in one of Mikes's hides in a gorgeous setting, with lots of opportunities for photographing birds and other small animals.
Blue Tits
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Coal Tits
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Great Tits
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Grey Wagtails
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Jackdaw
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Jays
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Nuthatch
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Pheasant
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Chaffinch
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Wren
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Common Darters
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Azure Damselfly
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Butterflies
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Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly
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Peacock Butterfly
Squirrels
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