Unkempt Kes

I'm concerned about Kes.

The top of the northerly disused boilerhouse chimney is one of his favourite perches. When I spot him up there I creep along hoping to get close enough for a shot. He usually catches sight of me and immediately launches.

Today was different. Ollie dog and I got closer and closer until we were at the foot of the chimney. I was able to get shots of him from lots of angles. He just peered down at us. I shouted his name and waved my arms. He didn't budge. He looks a bit unkempt to me. I do hope he hasn't got avian flu. Birds in Epping Forest, which is not far away, are going down with it.

Eventually he did fly, which was a bit of a relief.