Friday, September 24, 2010

Terns

lunchtime today, strolling by the Thames, when a small flurry of avian snowflakes appeared whirling over the river. A flock of Terns, tumbling and swooping around and under London Bridge. I counted 18 in total, a mix of adults and juveniles. I'd guess Arctic Terns, mainly because that's what I'd like them to have been.

2 comments:

Holiday Cottages said...

I'm planning for holidays in Dorset. Is there also a snow in there?

holiday cottages uk said...

Seems like a nice view! I love the snow even it can bring hassle to some..

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