I had a count on Wednesday as I walked around the trail and I reckon that there are over 30 pairs of Little Grebe just on the circuit at the moment. As I said the other day, we had found our first nest but I am sure that a concerted look would reveal more close to the paths. Giggling can be heard everywhere but they also do a very Water Rail-like 'kip' call which I reckon is either a contact call or an alarm. They seem to even be able to do this whilst holding a freshly caught Stickleback in their bill!
A rather pregnant stickleback meets her maker.... (Basil Thornton)
12-4-12
Howard Vaughan, Information Officer