Firecrests are very small birds, a mere nine centimetres long and are often confused with their much commoner cousins, goldcrests. Both have the brilliant orange or yellow crown feathers ...

"They were moving in small groups to form this overall large flock … it was a very special sight." Mr Roderick said he hoped it was, in part, a sign of a healthy breeding season. "All the birds ...

"Our resident yellow ... head with vibrant red eyes. However, their most striking feature is their yellow crown consisting of a long plume. The ponytail, as well as the dark grey feathers on the ...