We were thrilled to have this family staying with us for the last couple of weeks. In all there were 5 chicks but some were camera-shy. We get quite a few pheasants in the garden - refugees from the shoot on Guy's Estate opposite. Last year Sue had one eating out of her hand but this year they are a bit more reticent. I'm amazed that the chicks can fly so young. I walked out of the back door to find them very close to the house. I'm not sure who was more surprised, me or them. Anyway, they took off like little bullets in all directions.
Other wildlife is back in abundance, namely ants and moles in the lawn. Although slugs, snails and aphids are pretty scarce.
I can report that the National Collection of Ground Elder is thriving.
