Great Grey Shrike

19 Nov - A fine November morning, cold but fairly clear, and after drawing a blank at Russell Enclosure, I had very nice views of the (albeit quite distant) Crabtree Hill Great Grey Shrike in the Forest - seen with rodent prey, then hunting from exposed perches on the heathland, the monochrome yet elegant colour pattern somehow blending well with the autumnal colours and sky. A few record shots taken, but it never came very close. 3 Crossbills flew over, together with assorted Redpolls and Siskins.