An immature spoonbill was still present on Vange Marsh on Tuesday, along with two little ringed plovers and seven spotted redshanks still. A kingfisher has been seen a couple of times near the first hide on West Canvey Marsh and a common buzzard drifted over north-east Monday lunchtime.

Two big local events this weekend!

Saturday 18th – Sunday 19th September: Magical Moth Weekend at Wat Tyler Country Park 10 am – 5 pm, Moth night Saturday 9 pm.
Come along, help us set up the light traps and record the species caught on Saturday night. Join us on Sunday morning at 9 am and help empty the traps. Free event; donations appreciated. Booking essential for Saturday evening, call 01268 498627.

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