Daily Nature Log
Date: Thursday, 1st January 2026
Conditions: Bitterly cold with a piercing, gusty west wind.
šļø Avian Observations
Species Spotted: Wood pigeons, male blackbird, magpie, crows, and a large flock of gulls.
Notable Behaviours: A wood pigeon stood as a sentinel on a rooftop viewpoint; a blackbird darted into the sanctuary of a pyracantha shrub to feast; gulls were wheeling and drifting effortlessly over the golf course hill.
The Soundscape: The relentless whistle of the wind; the rustle of birds retreating into the safety of the hedgerows.
š³ The Landscape
Flora & Foliage: Thick, orange, berry-covered pyracantha foliage; rows of stately pines near the cemetery; blades of grass bowed low by the power of the gale.
Atmosphere: A harsh, wintry afternoon where the cold felt aggressive enough to penetrate woollen layers.
š„¾ Route & Reflections
Path Taken: From the house, past the recreation ground, through the cemetery pathways, and back via the leisure centre.
Personal Note: The wind was particularly punishing today, causing genuine concern for my freezing fingers. Despite the chill, the sight of the “avian survivors” made the trek worthwhile.
š Activity Stats (via Google Fit)Today, I walked 1.79 miles in 37 minutes.
Google Fit awarded me 26 heart points.
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