a) It's become a personal diary of sorts
b) Only a few people look at it, so I can post more or less what I like!
A three-day break in the Pas de Calais was surprisingly unproductive in terms of expected winter birds (Although not without some memorable foody experiences!) The drive down to Dover produced dozens of Kites, Buzzards and Sparrowhawks, while we didn't encounter a single raptor in France! The Channel crossings were calm and enjoyable, with plenty of Gannets, Kittiwakes & Guillemots. I saw (but didn't manage to photograph) a couple of Little Auks.
Most interesting birds in France were at Hardelot Plage: a late Sandwich Tern, lots of Sanderlings and a pair of Crested Larks.
A diversion through the back lanes between the A11 and A140 on the way home was enlivened by a Lanner or Gyr hybrid (with jesses) that dashed across the road in front of us!
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