I had a wander around Woods Mill last evening, and in addition to the Mute Swans, Coots and Moorhens, there was ‘The Odd Couple’. A Canada Goose and a Greylag who appeared to have definitely formed a partnership. I failed to photograph them together largely because the Cob Swan was doing his best to get rid of them, no doubt because his wife was on their nest nearby and they kept swimming in that direction. He eventually succeeded and they flew off together…ain’t love grand?! Also, a dear little Dunnock waited patiently on the fence to see if I had some bird food in my bag…I think it knows me! Blackbirds are feeding young in their nest in my garden and daddy is gathering as many live mealworms as he can cram in his beak throughout the day. Robins, Blue and Great Tits are also nesting and I’m listening to frequent drumming from the resident Great Spotted Woodpeckers. Two pairs of Stock Doves visiting regularly and a pair of Coal Tits. Lots of moss and other nesting material have been taken. (PB)