Thursday, May 15, 2014

Almost Home

We’re almost at the end of Menorca for 2014. So here are a few more pictures of Menorca life until next year. Enjoy. 

On some evenings the Scops Owl comes for a close look at us just as we're enjoying a glass of wine.

Scops Owl

The common lark in these parts is the crested Thekla Lark. It makes a change from the humble UK Skylark.

 Thekla Lark

Adding a little interest to the sunbathing are regular sightings of ringed Audouin's Gulls. 


Audouin's Gull

Or watching the local Kestrel watching us from on high.

Kestrel

Spring in Menorca is just wonderful for seeing and painting the wild flowers.

 Menorca Poppies

A walk to the local shops even involves a spot of birding.

Spotted Flycatcher

Now that's what I call a Menorca walk.

Menorca

Menorca Horses

Another Bird Blog is back home in the UK any day now and will post new pictures from the last two weeks very soon.

I promise to catch up with all your comments soon.  Apologies if you are still waiting.


I hope everyone enjoyed Menorca as much as we did? Linking today to Anni's Blog, Camera Critters and Eileen's Saturday Blog.

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24 comments:

  1. Margaret Birding For PleasureMay 15, 2014 at 6:09 PM

    Hi Phil Yes It was lovely seeing your trip away through your photographs. These shots are great of the birds and I love the poppies in the field.

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  2. Carole M.May 15, 2014 at 10:39 PM

    yes indeedy - sounds like a very relaxing and enjoyable time away in a special place Phil; great post again...

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  3. eileeninmdMay 15, 2014 at 10:39 PM

    Phil, I have really been enjoying your trip photos.. Both the birds and the scenery are gorgeous.. Lovely painting..Have a happy weekend!

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  4. David M. Gascoigne,May 16, 2014 at 12:56 AM

    The Andouin's Gull looks especially handsome. I'll have to check their range to see whether I have a chance in northern Spain in July.

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  5. Dział Przyrody MŚOMay 16, 2014 at 11:38 AM

    Excellent!!!!!!!!
    Greetings from rainy Poland

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  6. Christian PerrinMay 17, 2014 at 5:29 AM

    Bird-watching in style! Glass of wine in hand and the Owl just flies up to you!

    I saw the Tawny Owl when I was living in London but never a Scops. Looking it up on Wikipedia has told me it is migratory, which I wouldn't have considered for an owl.

    Looks like a great holiday!

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  7. Mary Howell CromerMay 17, 2014 at 9:14 AM

    Almost welcome home Phil and Sue ;) Those horses, that long walk path, oh that would be grand and so beautiful an area too. The Scops Owl is a beauty...can hardly wait for you to see my post from last week! I am with Christian Perrin on the migration of this owl...WOW, the things we learn. All other image shares makes for a splendid post~

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  8. betty-NZMay 17, 2014 at 1:20 PM

    Pretty scenery and animals! Seems to be a great place to relax.

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  9. SnapMay 17, 2014 at 2:07 PM

    Looks like you've enjoyed Menorca! Since I love owls, the Scops is my favorite image. I really enjoyed this series. Happy Critter Day!

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  10. sandylandMay 17, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    I always enjoy your varied views especially the lark new to me

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  11. AndreaMay 17, 2014 at 2:42 PM

    The scenery and the birds are wonderful, but that owl is real scary. Oh those eyes are trully piercing.

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  12. TexWisGirlMay 17, 2014 at 3:48 PM

    just gorgeous!

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  13. Lina GustinaMay 17, 2014 at 5:24 PM

    Admire your shots here.
    www.1sthappyfamily.com/2014/05/a-bug.html

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  14. Anni May 17, 2014 at 8:34 PM

    What a view while drinking wine. I could do that!! Not stare at you as the owl, but drink wine.

    Another great post. Didn't know you were on a trip...but, did miss you.

    ...and you missed a saga of Bud and me chartering a boat out to sea, a couple weeks ago, hired a boat and its 'captain' to take us out to see the elusive brown booby. I got pictures galore.

    http://id-rather-b-birdin.blogspot.com/2014/05/rarevagrantbooby-by-any-other-name.html

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  15. Bob BushellMay 17, 2014 at 9:20 PM

    Beautiful birds, thanks Phil.

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  16. KarenMay 18, 2014 at 3:29 AM

    Somehow I have missed all your posts of Menorca. It's been great catching up though. What a beautiful place with so many terrific birds. Really wonderful photos Phil! The Hoopoe and Bee Eater are exceptionally gorgeous!

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  17. RajeshMay 18, 2014 at 6:42 AM

    Nice variety of birds.

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  18. UnknownMay 18, 2014 at 8:37 AM

    Beautiful photos as always. I love the owl and the horses.

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  19. KKMay 18, 2014 at 12:13 PM

    I had missed your trip, just like many other posts in the last 2 months or so. The pictures are great.

    More than the birds, I am finding the scenic beauty alluring. It provides some respite in the hot and dry north Indian summer. If you ever wanted to visit India, this is not the right time :-)

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  20. UnknownMay 18, 2014 at 10:21 PM

    Love the owl!! Boom.Bobbi& Gary.

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  21. sunshineMay 19, 2014 at 12:20 AM

    A wonderful series of birds.

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  22. UnknownMay 19, 2014 at 12:48 AM

    I also can't stop birding wherever I am and some of the urban places will still surprise me if I find interesting birds.

    This is such a great place for a vacation, Phil. Lucky you. :)

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  23. GertMay 19, 2014 at 3:05 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous photos!

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  24. eileeninmdMay 25, 2014 at 5:11 PM

    Hi Phil, stopping by to say thank you for sharing your post with my critter party! Have a happy day!

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