3rd March 2012

While Kay headed straight for the cafe I took a brief walk round Brandon , and then with a few hours of light left I settled in the John Baldwin hide, to see if I could photograph the Great Crested Grebes . 

The Grebes stayed out of range but the male Goldeneye was less shy once the hide became less crowded .

Annoyingly however he did little but swim and dive, theres only so many portraits you can take.

Then just as the light was fading , he decided to rear up.

Also present  at the hide were , Tufted Duck , Pochard, Teal , Mallard, and a blue streak  ( Brandon Kingfisher flyby :0)  )

Faye + Richie-250

Also providing some entertainment the local Cormorants.

The female Goldeneye also made a brief appearance

A brief visit too Brandon , but as always something of interest , three hours well spent