Hi everyone,

We've had a bittern at Saltholme today - though it's only been popping out into the open for very brief stints.  One of the longest views lasted for a grandiose 15 seconds.

The star-spangled visitor was creeping among the vegetation along the edges of the pool in front of the Phil Stead hide.  Thankfully, Ian Forrest managed to get a quick photo of it popping its head up ...

We're hoping the bittern will hang around for a few days.  If you fancy your chance of spotting it, the Phil Stead opens at around 8:30 am every day of the week.

Bye for now,

Ben.

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