
After being alerted to their arrival on out general area I checked out a likely spot and, on the third attempt got lucky on one of the few clear days. When they first arrived they are often not so approachable - they don't like the wind and Sparrowhawks seem to appear regularly. Still they are worth the wait and I got lucky with this individual which is showing the waxy tips that give the bird it's name. The full English name is Bohemian Waxwing, very appropriate with that jaunty crest.