Jenna and I visited Cannock Chase in Staffordshire today, hoping to see the over-wintering Great Grey Shrike.
Cannock Chase
Upon our arrival, we headed to the rifle range, where we met other birders who had just seen the bird, but it had flown away. After thoroughly searching the area, I was able to spot the bird perched up on a branch. Unfortunately, it flew off again and returned to its previous location.
Great Grey Shrike
We couldn't find the bird again after it flew, so we headed back to the car, a nice afternoon's walk and a place I hadn't visited for years.