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Shropshire photographer captures cuckoos fighting in once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

On a wildlife walk below the Stiperstones in south Shropshire, wildlife photographer Simon Marlow managed to capture the sight of two cuckoos challenging each other in some stunning action photos.

By contributor Simon Marlow
Published Apr 28
Last updated Apr 28
Supporting image for story: Shropshire photographer captures cuckoos fighting in once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
Pair of Cuckoos challenging each other

Enjoy Simon's photos below.

Fighting Cuckoos
Fighting Cuckoos
Fighting Cuckoos
Fighting Cuckoos
Fighting Cuckoos
Fighting Cuckoos



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