Adorable bird photos from the South Wales Argus Camera Clun
Whether its stunning wildlife photos, beautiful scenery and landmark pictures or moments captured at events, our members are document that moment in time for all to see.
Take a look at just a few of the pictures they've taken of birds here.
Four-week old Canadian goslings in Torfaen (Image: Roslynne Eaton) New life at Caerphilly Castle (Image: Katrine Wright) Baby ducks and mum having a feed in Pontypool Park (Image: Jodie Fisher) Skylark in the air at Goldcliff (Image: Andrew Thomas)
If you're a budding photographer, head over to the South Wales Argus Camera Club on Facebook and you could have your photos featured in the paper.
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