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Our recent weather might seem cold and dismal to us, but to some wildlife the region is the ideal place to take a winter break.

Our recent weather might seem cold and dismal to us, but to some wildlife the region is the ideal place to take a winter break.

Every year, thousands of birds migrate over the North Sea from Scandinavia and the Baltic.

However, unlike Viking invaders of old, these visitors have peaceful intentions.

Our winters might seem cold to us, but compared to those in Northern Europe they are positively mild.

So many birds migrate to enjoy the warmer weather before returning home in the spring.

Redwings and fieldfares are two of the more common travellers.

These thrushes can often be found in large flocks on the regions’ farmland, but can be attracted into gardens by berry-bearing plants such as rowan trees or cotoneaster bushes.



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