A Bit Worse for Wear

The Long Tailed Tit is one of Britain's prettiest birds with its plump plumage of pink, white and black…at least normally.  At this time of year constant feeding of its young means less time for feeding and personal grooming resulting in, well a bit of a transformation.  The first picture is what you would typically expect to see, in top condition and looking its best.  The other pictures were taking this weekend of a pair busy feeding their young.  The harsh lighting didn’t help in bringing out their best, but still, they’re not going to be wining a beauty contests anytime soon!