Morning all...
The sun is shining and I suspect that a busy day me be afoot....
Thankfully the water has started to drop slightly around the reserve. I would still recommend Wellingtons though although you may just get around in high walkers if you are lucky!
Yesterday was also glorious if somewhat chillier that what folk were expecting but the shimmering Golden Plover flock increased to over 400 and put on a great display along with Dunlin and a single male Ruff. Lizards were seen basking, Smooth Newts were path crossing, Willow buds were bursting, a Peacock and Queen bumble were on the wing, Long-tailed Tits, Magpies and Greenfinches were seen nest building, Blue Tits were displaying and even Marsh Frogs were heard belching. Perhaps Spring really is just around the corner?
Blue Tit - Les Harrison
Down at the west end there now appears to be two young Iceland Gulls around the gantry opposite the Concrete Barges although they have not been seen together. Early morning and late afternoon seem the best time.
Icy - Les Harrison
Icy - Russ Sherriff
Icy - Shaun Harvey
Icy - Alan Shearman
Have a great day if you head on out....
22-2-14
Ghostly gull - lovely. Smart blue tit.