11 August - a morning visit to Acres Down in the New Forest in perfect weather. WIthin 5 minutes of arriving at 0930, a Honey Buzzard lifted off to the south and I watched it for 25 minutes as it circled and drifted gradually north. Presumably a male, with pale underparts and moderate barring on the wings. Typical flat and elastic flight profile, slightly bowed wings and mobile tail. The only raptor seen! Crossbill heard calling, 3 Graylings flushed from the path.
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