Welcome to my wildlife photography journal! Warnham Local Nature Reserve is always a wonderful place to spend time observing wildlife, and every visit brings the possibility of capturing something unexpected. On 30th August 2026, I experienced one of those special moments when a Great Crested Grebe provided a fantastic opportunity to photograph some unusual behaviour.
Great Crested Grebes are usually associated with graceful movements across the water, swimming effortlessly as they search for food or move around the lake. However, on this occasion, I was lucky enough to witness one running across the surface of the water. With its feet beating rapidly against the surface, it powered forward in a flurry of movement, creating a very different scene from the usual behaviour we associate with this elegant waterbird.
Capturing moments like this is one of the most exciting aspects of wildlife photography. The action happens incredibly quickly, leaving very little time to react. Being ready, keeping the camera focused on the subject and anticipating the movement can make all the difference between missing the moment and capturing something special.
Warnham Local Nature Reserve once again delivered a memorable wildlife encounter, reminding me that even familiar species can surprise us with unexpected behaviour. It's these little moments that make spending time in nature so rewarding and keep me looking forward to the next photographic opportunity.
Thanks for reading! If you enjoyed this post, be sure to explore my other wildlife photography adventures and encounters from Warnham Local Nature Reserve and beyond. Every visit brings something different, and I look forward to sharing more moments from the field soon.
