First Swallows

Visited Brynmill Park again today. Was delighted to see my first Swallows of the year today - a flock of six flying over the lake. Later, up to a dozen or so were hawking over the water, often in heavy rain, and even in a hail shower. There were still large numbers of Willow Warblers flitting about in the bushes, along with some Chiffchaffs - some of the latter of which were singing. They sometimes came so close that I could have reached out and touched them. Also saw six Tufted Ducks (3 males, and 3 females), and a Sparrowhawk flying overhead.

Here are a couple of shots of the warblers:

Willow Warblers Galore

Again, took a quick trip down to Brynmill Park, hoping a warbler or two may still be around.

I needn't have worried: there were dozens of Willow Warblers flitting around the bushes on the edge of the pond, although strong winds and heavy rain made photogaphy quite difficult. Here is one of my better efforts: