Reed Bed Collection (page 8)

Western Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus) adult, in flight over reedbed habitat, silhouetted at dawn, Cley, Norfolk, England, april

Little Bittern (Ixobrychus minutus) immature, climbing on reed stems over water, Bulgaria, september

Great Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) adult, in flight, landing in reedbed, Titchwell RSPB Reserve, Norfolk, England, june

Reed Bunting (Emberiza schoeniclus) adult female, feeding on reed seeds in reedbed, Rainham Marshes RSPB Reserve, Thames Estuary, Essex, England, january

Great Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) adult male, standing amongst fresh reedbed growth, Minsmere RSPB Reserve, Suffolk, England, april

Great Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) adult, in flight over reedbed, Minsmere RSPB Reserve, Suffolk, England, april

Reed Bunting (Emberiza schoeniclus) adult male, winter plumage, perched on rose stem in reedbed, Midlands, England, january

Common Coot (Fulica atra) adults, in flight, gathering in reedbed habitat to roost at dusk, England, winter

Common Coot (Fulica atra) adult, in flight over reedbed, Norfolk, England, winter

Great bittern in reed bed (Botaurus stellaris). The bittern is a wading bird of Europe and Asia. Whilst it is not considered to be endangered, it is in decline throughout much of its range

Bittern (Botaurus stellaris) feeding in a reedbed. This bird is one of the most threatened bird species in the UK owing to its dependence on wetland habitats

Marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus) descending into a bed of common reeds (Phragmites australis) to roost at dusk. This bird of prey breeds in parts of Europe, western Asia and northwest Africa

Reed cutters yard, Hungary
Reed cutters yard on the plains of Hortobagy National Park, East Hungary

Nature reserve boardwalk. This boardwalk trail is passing through a Phragmites reedbed. Photographed in December, at Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve

Morning frost. Hoar frost covering willow (Salix sp.) trees (top) and grass (foreground), with common reeds (Phragmites australis) and bulrushes (Typha sp. brown, left) around a small lake

Windmills, Kinderdijk, Netherlands

Reed Cutting - Marazion Marsh - Cornwall - UK
DAC-96 Reed Cutting - Marazion Marsh Cornwall - UK David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bittern - in flight - Marazion - Cornwall - UK
DAC-121 Bittern - in flight Marazion - Cornwall - UK Botaurus stellaris David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bittern - Marazion - Cornwall - UK
DAC-122 Bittern Marazion - Cornwall - UK Botaurus stellaris David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bittern - in flight over reed bed - Marazion - Cornwall - UK
DAC-77 Bittern - in flight over reed bed Marazion - Cornwall - UK Botaurus stellaris David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Reed Warbler - singing - Cornwall - UK
DAC-347 Reed Warbler - singing Cornwall - UK Acrocephalus scirpaceus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Reedbed dusk Cley Norfolk winter

Channel through Reedbed Norfolk spring

Reedbed on Cley NWT Reserve Norfolk April

Dyke on edge of reedbed on Cley NWT Reserve at dawn April Norfolk

Heron taking flight
A Heron takes off from a reedbed alongside a stream under a wooden footbridge. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Catching fish in an old boot
A humourous painting by Malcolm Greensmith depicting a lad fishing by a stream (ignoring the warning sign!) having far more success catching fish in his boot

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"Exploring the Enchanting Reed Beds: A Glimpse into Nature's Serenity" Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of reed beds as storm clouds gather over Cley Mill at Cley, North Norfolk on a mesmerizing October evening. Journey further to Snape, Suffolk, where these lush habitats thrive, offering a haven for countless species. During the vibrant summer months at Hickling Broad in Norfolk, witness nature's symphony unfold amidst the rustling reeds. Marvel at the striking male bearded tit as it delicately feeds on Helsinki's frost-covered reed seeds in Finland during January. Venturing to RSPB Leighton Moss Bird Reserve in Silverdale, Lancashire, England, UK reveals an enchanting robin perched amidst this tranquil landscape. As dawn breaks over Cley NWT Reserve in April Norfolk, follow a path along the edge of a reed bed and experience its ethereal charm. In Espoo, Finland witness a female bearded reedling gracefully feeding on frost-kissed reed seeds. Return once more to Hickling Broad during summer and immerse yourself in its breathtaking allure. As you explore Cley-next-the-Sea and admire 18th-century windmill towers rising above picturesque reed beds; marvel at black-necked stilts performing their post-copulatory display with elegance and grace. Finally, encounter another stunning moment captured by Helsinki's frozen landscapes - a bearded reedling perched atop a frosty seed head. And don't miss out on witnessing Greylake RSPB Reserve come alive as a diligent reed warbler carries insect larvae within its delicate beak. Revel in nature's wonders within these magical realms of tranquility - where life thrives amidst swaying stalks and hidden treasures await around every corner.