I had a trip to Potteric today, and finally picked up one the black-necked grebes, which was proudly showing off one of its youngsters. A great bird I’ve never seen in summer plumage.

Black-necked Grebe

Black-necked Grebe

Elsewhere there were two little egrets on Loversall Pool…

Little Egrets

…plus shelduck with young, kingfisher and all the usual stuff.