We were driving home from the Post Office the other day, because whatever the Post Office says, thee is not a Post Office branch within walking distance of every home in the British Isles and that applies particularly in rural areas, and we saw some of these on the shore.
Oystercatchers. They were the first ones of the year. They're always the earliest retuning migrants that I'm aware of and they generally fetch up in February. I'm always pleased to see them because it means that winter is coming to an end (well in theory anyway). They're so cheerful looking and they have a very distinctive call. I smile to see them. And things that make you smile are things to be cherished.
I love them too. They haven't arrived in Norfolk yet, but we've just had a huge flock of Siskins. Spring is on the way.
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