Hi all
this is my first post so I thought I may as well sing the praises of Norfolk from my trip this weekend. My main target of Lesser Grey Shrike was good (only obscured by the curvature of the Earth due to its distance). I am envious of those Norfolk residents for the sheer number of quality birds around in the summer. I managed Honey Buzzard, Hobbies, Bearded Tit, Nightjar (great views of one flying over my head), Sammy the Stilt, superb summer plumaged Spotted Redshanks and many more without that much effort. Is Norfolk the best county in Britain for resident species? I think it's hard to beat Hope someone finds this of some interest, if not then sorry for wasting your time!!!
Hi and welcome to Birdforum. I'm sure you'll find everyone friendly and there is always plenty of interest here.
Glad you found Norfolk so interesting. I do most of my birding in my home county of Kent (also very good for birding), but Norfolk is always high on my list when I am planning "away" trips.
Good birding and keep posting!
Welcome to the forum Chris - you will enjoy being here - it is a birders paradise!
I have birded in many areas of the UK and each has it's own specialities and charm, but I do think, for all year round, high quality birding variety North Norfolk is just about unbeatable.
We have now lit the blue touch paper and withdraw as the debate commences!!
Doug