Despite three days of dense fog on site, we've seen quite a lot actually.
The lapwings and skylarks certainly seem to think that spring is on its way, as both species could be seen and heard singing and displaying. 'Mad march hares' have also been seen chasing each other about and taking part in some sparring!
There have been up to six little egrets on site for a good month now, with at least four there all this week. The number of wildfowl on site has increased markedly this week, with shelduck, mallard, shoveler, wigeon and teal, all viewable from the viewing platform.
Volunteers from both Beckingham and Langford have been busy on site this week, alongside Assistant Warden Jenny Wallace. They've been burning the arisings from the hedge laying that we've had done of the last month and are making good progress. Once that's finished, then 'all' we've got to do is plant up a few gaps in the hedges and repair a few fences, ready for the cattle to come back on in spring.
Hi Ray,
Sorry for the delay in responding. It's great to see someone else putting images on our web page and in particular, of the wildlife. I only use my mobile phone, so can't compete!
How do you feel about me using some of your images for illustrsted talks that I do about the site? You would of course, be credited for them.
Regards,
Paul