Hi RSPB Mersehead Community,
Even though the weather has turned from gloriously sunny to blustery with rain showers there is still plenty to see on the reserve. Lots of birds have chicks at the moment, flowers are blooming and there are plenty of insects on the wing. This means plenty of food for birds including swallows and house martins. As you can see in the photo below house martins have been busy building a nest on the side of the Sulwath Centre.
Talking about building new homes and migration, I’m leaving Mersehead today to take up a new challenge at South Essex Marshes as Visitor Services Manager. I’ve truly enjoyed the last 8 months on the reserve and have met many dedicated volunteers and knowledgeable colleagues whose passion for nature shines through. When asked ‘what will you remember about Mersehead’ my first response is the barnacle geese spectacle, especially as they arrived the day before I did back in September. I’ve had many bird firsts; merlin, waxwing, redpoll and grasshopper warbler to name a few. And even though a few of our special sightings like otter and kingfisher have eluded me, there’s still time for one last walk. So on that note, I hope you enjoy your next visit to Mersehead as much as I’ve enjoyed working here.
Best wishes,Liz