On Monday, we walked along a New Forest stream that we regularly visit. There is always something to see and enjoy, and on a bright, warm morning with few people about, you can enjoy nature fully without the distractions of everyday life and have a chance to get into the “zone.”
This old forestry house is a good mile or so off the road, reached by gravel tracks. It is a great place to watch House Martins, as many nest under its eaves. They get an easy meal of insects swooping over the stream. Not the easiest bird to get pictures of due to their size and speed!
As well as the Ponies on the forest, there are cattle these came down for a drink.
A few dragonflies that the House Martins missed.
Along the stream were several Spotted Flycatchers. They are mostly grey-brown in colour with paler streaks, particularly on the head and wings. They has a creamy white breast which is streaked with pale brown.
A small bird, measuring just 14cm in length and weighing in at a maximum of 19g. Adept at snatching flying insects. They visit the UK during the warmer months and are often seen in woodland edges and clearings.
Continued Reflections from my World. 
Great study and shots Andy! That stream width reminded me of the Stride.
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Thanks Wayne.
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I forgot to comment on this post yesterday Andy. I like how the stream winds and all the creatures you find along it. I never can get the dragonfly photos like you get unfortunately. We have Barn Swallows and Tree Swallows and they are always in motion unless the Tree Swallows have taken over a birdhouse and perch on top of it while nesting there. I like the cows drinking from the stream as well.
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Glad you enjoyed my post Linda there is always something new along the streams in the New Forest. Dragonflies can be a hard subject to capture with the camera.
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The New Forest sounds interesting to visit Andy. I am never lucky enough to have dragonflies alight for a long enough period of time to take their photo.
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