Kobuleti National Park
I had a swim in the Black Sea. It was absolutely freezing. I could not stay in for more than a minute or two. Wim Hof would have called me a wimp! Later on I saw a duck out in the water diving for some food I guess. I have not identified it yet but I am hoping it is a new one. This morning I went out to the Kobuleti National Park. There was nothing around at all. One single solitary Grey Heron and a couple of raptors. I am hoping the raptor photos turn out ok as I have not processed them yet. I am on the case.

Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena)
“The red-necked grebe (Podiceps grisegena) is a migratory aquatic bird found in the temperate regions of the northern hemisphere. Its wintering habitat is largely restricted to calm waters just beyond the waves around ocean coasts, although some birds may winter on large lakes. Grebes prefer shallow bodies of fresh water such as lakes, marshes or fish-ponds as breeding sites.
The red-necked grebe is a nondescript dusky-grey bird in winter. During the breeding season, it acquires the distinctive red neck plumage, black cap and contrasting pale grey face from which its name was derived. It also has an elaborate courtship display and a variety of loud mating calls. Once paired, it builds a nest from water plants on top of floating vegetation in a shallow lake or bog.” (wiki)

Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus) – female
“The hen harrier (Circus cyaneus) is a bird of prey. The genus name Circus is derived from Ancient Greek kirkos ‘circle’, referring to a bird of prey named for its circling flight. The specific cyaneus is Latin, meaning “dark-blue”.” (wiki)

Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus)

Eurasian Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus) – female
Seen before in Kannur, India.

Eurasian Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus) – female

Lesser Spotted Eagle (Aquila pomarina)

Caspian Gull (Larus cachinnans)
I think this one is first winter, but not sure at all.

Marsh Frog (Pelophylax ridibundus)
Thanks to Chai Thiam Lau for help with identification. Legend!
Georgia bird list
Red-necked Grebe (Podiceps grisegena)
Caspian Gull (Larus cachinnans)
Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus)
Eurasian Marsh Harrier (Circus aeruginosus)
Lesser Spotted Eagle (Aquila pomarina)
Little Egret
Black Kite
Hooded Crow
Eurasian Blackbird
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