Cranes

This week is traditionally the big "Crane Week" here in Denmark as these magnificent birds work there way up from their wintering grounds in continental Europe to their breeding areas in central and northern Sweden. Any sort of easterly component to the wind means that many of the large flocks are driven further west and, as a result, provide a spectacular backdrop to the views over Copenhagen. This week the weather has been dominated by high pressure and easterly/south-easterly winds. Yesterday (Wednesday) saw record numbers from some Danish viewpoints, including at Hellebaek, just north of Copenhagen. You can see a photo here.