High Tide at Parkgate

February 20, 2015  •  Leave a Comment

It's the biggest high tide of the year today so it's a trip to Parkgate to see what turns up.

The high tide at Parkgate always attracts lots of bird watchers and photographers, this year is no exception.

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Life and death dramas are played out as the high tide rushes in.

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This shrew tried to make it to dry land and safety however it wasn't to be.

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It was picked off by a Gull as were lots of small mammals.

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This Water Rail also made a dash for dry land and cover.

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 Predatory birds search for easy pickings.

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A Vole being carried away by a Black-headed gull

After it was all over I decided to go and photograph the Snow Buntings again.


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