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Old 15-01-2012, 07:59 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
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In the summer we had a robin in residence in our garden. Now it (or another
one) seems to show up for a day or two and can then be gone for weeks. Are
they territorial for only part of the year?

Another puzzle is why dozens and dozens of startlings were hanging about in
trees near us yesterday. Surely not going anywhere in particular at this
time of year?


Starlings tend to congregate in the afternoons before flying off to
their roost. You must have seen clips of their displays on the TV, which
are spectacular. Currently one of the most spectacular roosts in Wales
is under the pier at Aberyswyth. Must try and get up there sometime!

You can google for clips if you need to.

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Roger T

700 ft up in Mid-Wales
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