Recent Sightings Highlights 25.09.23
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Raptors
Marsh Harrier
Barn Owl
Sparrowhawk
Buzzard
Kestrel
Hobby
Waders
Ruff
Curlew Sandpiper
Redshank
Spotted Redshank
Snipe
Green Sandpiper
Black-tailed Godwit
Golden Plover (200 over estuary)
Lapwing
Dunlin
Water Rail
Jack Snipe (flew over 15.09.23)
Waterfowl
Pintail
Pink-footed Geese (skeins flying over)
Garganey (juv. 14.09.23)
Teal
Wigeon
Shoveler
Mallard
Tufted Duck
Gadwall
Shelduck
Pochard
Mute Swan + cygnets
Greylag Goose
Canada Goose
Little Grebe
Herons
Bittern
Great White Egret
Grey Heron
Little Egret
Passerines
Tree Sparrow
Bearded Tit
Siskin (flying over)
Chaffinch
Sedge Warbler
Long-tailed Tit
Willow Warbler
Wren
Robin
Reed Warbler
Cetti’s Warbler
Blue Tit
Chiffchaff
Dunnock
Great Tit
Yellow Wagtail (13.09.23)
Great Spotted Woodpecker
Blackbird
Wheatear (ousefleet hide)
Goldfinch
Gulls and Water Birds
Herring Gull (juvenile)
Black-headed Gull
Lesser Black-backed Gull
Common Gull
Cormorant
Hirundines
House Martin
Swallow
Swift
Others
Stock Dove
Collared Dove
Magpie
Carrion Crow
Pheasant
Wood Pigeon
Butterflies, Moths and Insects
Small White Butterfly
Speckled Wood
Red Admiral
Migrant Hawker
Brown Hawker
Common Darter
Ruddy Darter
Willow Emerald Damselfly
Red-legged Shield Bug
European Hornet
Mammals and Others
Koniks Ponies
Roe Deer
Grey Squirrel
Weasel
Reserve News & Events
Monday 18th September saw the landmark launch of the first in the King’s series of national nature reserves, The Lincolnshire Coronation Coast National Nature Reserve. Working in partnership with a multitude of agencies the RSPB is proud to be an integral part in providing bigger, bolder more joined up places for nature and people, where all can thrive into the future along the Humber and the Lincolnshire coasts. Of course, the RSPB Humber Reserves team retains full responsibility to manage Tetney Marshes but it is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with our partners to achieve more and attract further investment into the future.
Stretching from Cleethorpes to Mablethorpe the newest National Nature Reserve comprises a wide range of differing habitats from mud flats to dune systems. It’s great news to be recognised as a nationally and internationally important area for migrating and breeding birds.
Micheal Copplestone (RSPB England Director) and Richard Barnard (RSPB Area Manager) at the launch of the Lincolnshire Coronation Coast National Nature Reserve.
Here’s a few of our favourite recent pics.
Marsh harrier mobbed by crow (Pic D.Johnson)
Juvenile Garganey (top left) (Pic P.Short)
Great White Egret (Pic D.Johnson)
Pink-footed geese (Pic D.Johnson)
Ruff (Pic D.Johnson)
Juvenile grey plover (Pic P.Short)
Pete recently captured this juvenile grey plover on our Country Stewardship nesting lapwing plot.
Snipe (Pic D.Johnson)
Spotted Redshank (Pic D.Johnson)
Willow Emerald Damselfly (Pic D.Johnson)
Red-legged Shield Bug (Pic D.Johnson)
Wonderful Waders and Wetlands Walk
Tuesday 26th September 2023 09:30 - 12:00
Wondering about waders? Baffled by brown birds? Join our expert guide as we demystify the marshes and shine a light on the superb autumn wildlife here!
This walk is ideal for those new to birdwatching or those who simply wish to take the next steps on your birding journey.
Our experienced guide will take you around our tranquil trails and hides to explore their fantastic inhabitants. Find out about the birds currently visiting, how to spot them and where to look.
Limited binocular and spotting scope hire will be available (charged extra to ticket)
For more information contact:
blacktoft.sands@rspb.org.uk
01405 704665
Happy birding everyone
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