Ian Sheppard
@iansheppard.bsky.social
Former pro photographer, still taking the odd pic. Usually birds, nature and landscapes. Shropshire, UK.
I was very lucky. five of them were in the woodland just off the path behind the Berwick Memorial. They crossed right in front of me.
January 17, 2026 at 5:14 PM
I was very lucky. five of them were in the woodland just off the path behind the Berwick Memorial. They crossed right in front of me.
Best not to risk it if you're not sure.
January 4, 2026 at 6:48 AM
Best not to risk it if you're not sure.
Thanks. The conditions weren't perfect, but they'll do for now until I get another chance.
January 3, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Thanks. The conditions weren't perfect, but they'll do for now until I get another chance.
600mm, with a big crop.
January 3, 2026 at 9:41 PM
600mm, with a big crop.
Thank you. These two were quite close :)
December 20, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Thank you. These two were quite close :)
The first time I saw something like this was in Aberaeron about 35 years ago. I've no idea how widespread it was then, but you see it in plenty of places around the UK now.
October 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
The first time I saw something like this was in Aberaeron about 35 years ago. I've no idea how widespread it was then, but you see it in plenty of places around the UK now.