Juvenile oriental magpie-robin perched on branch in Krabi, Thailand

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Kevin Ellen

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Grey mullet (Chelon labrosus) leaping out of the water in S'Albufera with a soft green background

A kingfisher dives head-first towards the water with its reflection visible beneath it at Rye Meads RSPB.

Common kingfisher diving headfirst into green water with wings spread wide at Rye Meads RSPB

A kingfisher flies away from the water with wings extended as the final splash settles below.

Common kingfisher perched on a branch holding a small red fish above green water at Rye Meads RSPB

A kingfisher breaks the surface of the water with only its head and upper body visible among splashes at Rye Meads RSPB.

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A kingfisher lifts clear of the water with one wing raised and droplets trailing behind at Rye Meads RSPB.

4 June 2026

To Perch or Not To Perch

After learning about the VIP morning at Rye Meads from my previous visit, I returned early for a session from 7am until 9am. Armed with a flask of coffee, the five of us settled into the hide and spent the morning observing and photographing kingfishers.

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17 May 2026