For various reasons, 2017 was a year with minimal travel and holidays, so any photographic opportunities were never far from home, in Guildford, Surrey. In fact, one of my most satisfying moments, was capturing lightning for the first time, taken from my house. A few of the shots were picked-up in some of the online editions of UK newspapers, earning me a somewhat underwhelming £20 in commission!
My primary focus has always been on wildlife, and with minimal time on my hands, birds took a front seat this year.
Wildlife
Various interesting birds made appearances (clear highlight being the Red Footed Falcon), alongside some common species. Here are some of my highlights:
Best of the Rest
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| Lightning Storm over Guildford, July 2017 |
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| Guildford Cathedral |
My primary focus has always been on wildlife, and with minimal time on my hands, birds took a front seat this year.
Wildlife
Various interesting birds made appearances (clear highlight being the Red Footed Falcon), alongside some common species. Here are some of my highlights:
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| Cuckoo, Thursley, April 2017 |
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| Kestrel, Titchfield Haven, May 2017 |
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| Buzzard, Guildford, August 2017 |
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| Redstart, Thursley, April 2017 |
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| Hawfinches, Dick Focks Pond, December 2017 |
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| Blue Tit, not looking its best, June 2017 |
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| Juv. Blue Tit, July 2017 |
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| Avocet, Titchfield Haven, May 2017 |
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| Red Footed Falcon, Frensham Common, June 2017 |
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| Little Egret, October 2017 |
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| Garganey, Shalford, March 2017 |
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| Peregrine Falcon, with prey, November 2017 |
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| Fallow Deer Rutting, Petworth Park, October 2017 |
Best of the Rest
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| Red Arrows, Wings and Wheels, Dunsfold, August 2017 |
