Most of the times you see a buzzard it will be soaring in the sky, often too high up to make out much detail. You will also be able to hear its cry from a great distance. Sometimes, when they have just taken off and still gaining height, you will get a better view such as this one in flight, seen from middle lake, and later soaring over the Hall. They will perch on posts and trees, often old dead trees.

The buzzard is one of the larger birds of prey to be seen at Wallington and can be recognised by its broad wing shape and patterning. Their wings usually have a dark area at the front, a pale band in the middle and a dark trailing edfe. They also have a pale U-shape on their chest. The one in the second photo is an immature bird, and its front dark wing band is still a bit mottled.