We have ambivalent feelings about our over-wintering Starling flock – our poultry food bills do seem to be up.
In the current Big Freeze different species can scritch and scratch for the food they need but when it comes to water…
The Wren has commandeered the compost bins as its exclusive scritch and scratch territory
Some birds are more stoic
The high pressure brings clarity of light
Meanwhile, we are preparing wood for next winter