Early birder, Russ Haywood started the day off well by spotting a red kite (accompanied by a buzzard) sailing over Old Moor’s Visitor Centre at 09.30. Sure enough, it was another busy day in the Dearne Valley.
Here’s what was seen…
That black-tailed godwit in full summer garb on the Field Pool was another new addition as was the arctic tern over the Mere picked up by Chris Harris later in the day.
Meanwhile, on Wombwell Ings, a greenshank was reported though there was no sign of yesterday’s wood sandpiper.
As if in answer to that 'disappearance', over at Adwick Washland, Gary Stones reported “two, possibly three wood sandpipers” on the pool to the left of the viewpoint! Blimey! I wonder when was the last time we had three of these charming waders in one place in the Dearne? [Fairly sure someone will tell me]
So, to finish off tonight’s blog, here’s “just one” wood sandpiper from Ian Morris. Thanks Ian.
Until next time.