It’s been an exciting couple of weeks on the South Essex Marshes; last weekend saw brief visits from a Glossy Ibis and a Great White Egret, both seen from the hide overlooking Pitsea Scrape. Visitors to the hide have also been rewarded with great views of Marsh Harrier quartering over the reedbed, and good numbers of Avocet on the scrape. Across our other reserves, highlights have included Whimbrel and Cuckoo at West…

South Essex Marshes had a great Little Owls session this morning. Our theme was space so the children learnt all about stars and planets through games and activities, we also explored some very muddy paths through the park and built space rockets from recycled materials. Little Owls is the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month 10am - 4pm. £3.50 or £2.50 for RSPB members, no need to book just turn up on the day.…

Chiffchaffs and Willow Warblers are a troublesome duo unless they are singing!

These two shots should help out a little...

Thanks to Howard at Rainham for the ID photo