Birds in transition.

Just a few photos of things that show me we are now deep into Summer and Autumn starts to beckon.

Firstly the two-tone starling fledglings of this year are midway through getting into their dark with spots adult plumage. They almost look like a different species.

Kevin (the dove) has grown up into a handsome young male.

(More about him another time)

And the thistles (and their admirers) have reached their peak.

Six cygnets and their parents - well grown and all looking healthy!