I said four days ago that our four Bitterns had not been seen for a while and with only one bird seen regularly over the last couple of weeks, we assumed they had moved on. Not so! Yesterday all four put on quite a display from the viewing area on the seafront with birds flying up and down over the reedbeds throughout the day. Perhaps the better weather had encouraged them out - or perhaps, judging by the number of observers present, it was just us putting the time in for a change. I also said that the Grey Herons hadn't started to nest yet and consequently our regular Tuesday work parties have been able to continue with the reedbed management for longer than usual at this time of year. Well the Herons are back and we won't be working out there today as a result!
Site Manager, Cornwall reserves