A short sequence of a dunnock (aka hedge sparrow/hedge accentor) taken in the garden earlier today. These bold little birds are often overlooked (they lack the colourful plumage of so many other birds), but are highly entertaining to watch, especially around the breeding season when pairs of males will compete for the attention of a female. 
Camera note: all shots taken with the Canon 7D and EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L USM IS lens.
derWandersmann
18 Feb 2013A nice little bird of unassuming plumage. I don't believe we have them over here.
SittingFox
18 Feb 2013They are beautiful in a subtle way. I often find them surprisingly hard to photograph – they're too fond of shadowy corners.
Words
18 Feb 2013dW, they are very cute little things. Keep very much to themselves and seem among the calmest of all the small birds.
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18 Feb 2013Adele, I think its their quiet character that makes them so charming. The don't make a fuss, don't startle easily, and just now and then come out of the shadows.
innitlike
27 Feb 2013Does seem their low key tawny plumage must be good camouflage. As for looks…, well for me it's "less is better".
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27 Feb 2013innitlike, they are certainly difficult to see at times because of their colour, but they are quietly distinctive. Once you know them you can't mistake them for anything else. They have style!
serola
28 Feb 2013Great shots :hat:
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2 Mar 2013Sami, thanks!