As we stepped out of the car the first person we met was Fred, perhaps better known for standing in all weathers on the map floating in Albert Dock.
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Well I did try to explain that we only feed the birds with feathers on their backs but would she listen!!
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The mating dance??
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This moorhen gave the pigeon a sharp peck whenever he got too close to the nest.
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My favourites.
The window seems to be out of bounds now that the mating season is under way.
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I think the gulls may just have out numbered the pigeons today.
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They certainly didn't let the eider ducks have all their own way when it came to food.
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As the black headed swan seems to have disappeared (gone to pastures new to look for a mate) I think we must now dedicate the black swan to Sue.
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Meg and Mog giving the pigeon a run for his money.
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Can't find this one in any of my books - any help please?
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