Dusk visit to Fowlmere

My husband Simon and I visited Fowlmere at dusk yesterday. Within a couple of minutes we saw one Barn Own in flight. A bit further on we heard Blackbirds frantically sending out their alarm call, we looked across an open area and saw a Barn Owl sat up in a tree starting down at the ground. We watched it for ages before it suddenly took off. Such a wonderful sight. Saw and heard many beautiful birds/fowl, including a Heron majestically walking along the edge of the Mere and we heard a deer bellowing in the bushes (wonderful). Met another couple who had just seen a Water Vole with young by the stream just beyond us, but sadly we didn't see them. However as were nearing the car park a Badger literally ran across the path into the bushes - fantastic. Only down side .... eaten alive by mosquitos. However, that was a small price to pay for a fabulous evening. Can't wait to return.

Mark Brandon
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- 8 Jul 2018 5:15 PM
What a visit! Fowlmere is a wonderful reserve and it's great to hear of your sightings.

Come again soon!
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turboman
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- 8 Jul 2018 6:47 PM
In reply to Mark Brandon:

Visited Fowlmere on a couple of occasions while at Duxford for the weekend, great place and plenty to see if you're patient. Had the good luck to photograph the Marsh Harriers, and my first shots of Hobbies.

cheers Terry

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LouisBerk
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- 8 Jul 2018 9:55 PM
In reply to turboman:

Sounds great. Must visit late evening myself and take a look
Jolly Jules
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- 9 Jul 2018 3:25 PM
In reply to turboman:

Wow, where did you see the Marsh Harriers and Hobbies? Was it from the Reed Bed hide? What's the best time of day to see them? Never seen either and would dearly love to.
Jolly Jules
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- 10 Jul 2018 11:39 PM
In reply to turboman:

Wow, where did you see the Marsh Harriers and Hobbies? Was it from the Reed Bed hide? What's the best time of day to see them? Never seen either and would dearly love to.
Mark Brandon
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- 10 Jul 2018 11:54 PM
In reply to Jolly Jules:

Hi Jules,

Yes the reed bed hide is probably the most reliable spot, but like all wildlife nothing can be guaranteed. If visiting at the weekend, our volunteers will be happy to give you the most recent sightings.

Good luck in seeing both of these species!
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Alan.
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- 10 Jul 2018 11:57 PM
In reply to Mark Brandon:

Hi Jules I've also sent Terry a message to get back to you but Mark will probably know better than anyone.

My Flickr photos
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Doug R
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- 11 Jul 2018 12:03 AM
In reply to Alan.:

I'm not sure which Alan this is, are you getting your reserves mixed up?
Doug R
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- 11 Jul 2018 12:04 AM
In reply to Doug R:

should have added, I don't know any Terrys here at Fowlmere.
Alan.
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- 11 Jul 2018 12:06 AM
In reply to Doug R:

Hi Doug

Terry

turboman said:

Visited Fowlmere on a couple of occasions while at Duxford for the weekend, great place and plenty to see if you're patient. Had the good luck to photograph the Marsh Harriers, and my first shots of Hobbies.

Jules

Jolly Jules said:

Wow, where did you see the Marsh Harriers and Hobbies? Was it from the Reed Bed hide? What's the best time of day to see them? Never seen either and would dearly love to.

My Flickr photos
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