Mute Swan

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Here are a few images of the common but nonetheless impressive mute swan taken at Western Turville reservoir in Buckinghamshire.  I am quite pleased with the shots, most of which were successful as the swans are quite sociable. © [John Mallaney] and [john mallaney In The … Continue reading

A Parliament of Owls

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Here are a few shots of the various owls at the Raptor Foundation – prior to this visit I never knew there were so many different species.  They are certainly the most incredible looking birds, and it would be great to see them in … Continue reading

American Bald Eagle

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Here are a few images of Bonnie the American bald eagle taken during my recent visit to the Raptor Foundation in Cambridgeshire.  Having only recently taken up photography, I guess I had no reason previously to have any interests in birds of prey or indeed … Continue reading

Richmond Park – Annual Deer Rut Part 2

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My second and final post from my day viewing these impressive beasts at Richmond Park. © [John Mallaney] and [jdmallaney In The Frame], [2013]. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blog’s author … Continue reading

The Raptor Foundation

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The Raptor Foundation is located near St Ives in Cambridgeshire and a visit is highly recommended.  The Foundation, which rescues and rehabilitates injured raptors, has a stunning collection of hawks, buzzards, eagles and countless owls.  The birds which are housed in various … Continue reading

Richmond Park – Annual Deer Rut

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On Saturday 4 Oct last, I attended a deer photography workshop in Richmond Park with Tom Way, a professional wildlife photographer (www.tomwayphotography.co.uk), in order to capture images of red deer in their prime during the start of the breeding season.  A long day … Continue reading

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew

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I recently visited the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew for the very first time.  Unfortunately, the weather was typically British (lots of rain showers), so there was very little opportunity for any outdoor photography.  However,  there was still plenty to capture indoors … Continue reading