As 2010 draws to a close we had a fantastic day on the reserve. Now that the thaw is continuing there is a lot of open water at Lin Dike and the waterfowl as started to return. The highlights were 2 goosanders, 6 goldeneyes, 7 tufted ducks, 140 canada geese, and 8 greylags. Other birds in the same area were a green woodpecker, a jay and 4 bullfinches.
A woodcock and water rail were seen at Pickup hide along with a flock of 24 lesser redpolls. A stoat was photographed at the kingfisher screen and the kingfisher its self was showing well all day which is great news.
The highlight of the day was the eight waxwings that flew into the silver birch at the back of visitor centre. Although there have been large flocks in the area we havent had many sightings on the reserve.
Lets hope 2011 continues as 2010 has finished!