Volunteers Melvyn and Brenda braved the floods over the weekend and were rewarded with a glimpse of this chap, swimming over what's usually a footpath south-west of Drayton Lagoon.
 
Otter by Melvyn and Brenda Smith
 
We may know they're there, but it has to be a lucky day to actually meet one of these elusive creatures on the reserve. Thanks to Melvyn and Brenda for sharing this moment - a lovely reminder of the variety of creatures Fen Drayton Lakes is home to.

Alison Nimmo

RSPB Community Engagement Officer, Orkney