A Week in Spring

With holidays taken to fill in the period between the extra long bank holidays, I’ve had an extra period of time off and with the weather also being settled, I’ve managed to get out quiet a bit and enjoy spring.  This is a selection of the photographs taken around the Tyneside area.

A misty start to the morning along the banks of the Tyne

Sandmartins checking out possible nest sites

Mallard chicks

A visit to the woods and the new undergrowth of ferns is everywhere.  Another month from now and these will be thick,  high barrier hiding much of the local wildlife such as Roe Deer.  The biting insects are also starting to make their appearance though not as prolific yet.

Bluebells

Peacock Butterfly

A Blackbird out in the early morning dew

Young Rabbits enjoying the sunshine

Warbler in full song

Male and female Roe Deer making the most of Spring food supply