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DProctor95
03/04/2020 20:48
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Linda257
03/04/2020 21:37
Sorry I can barely see a bird never mind identify it!
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DProctor95
03/04/2020 22:07
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Sorry, my friend filmed it on his phone and we couldn't get any closer at the time. But going by what I saw at least, I can say there were about 5/6 of them swooping down in the fields below (almost seemed like courting or playing). They were black on top with a white underside, had the appearance of a bird of prey, and gave off a distinct slide-whistle sounding call. If you wait until 17 seconds into the video you should just be able to hear them.
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Linda257
03/04/2020 22:32
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Hey no worries, could be lapwings but maybe someone else more experienced could confirm.
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tony
03/04/2020 22:33
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Could be Lapwing
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Linda257
03/04/2020 22:33
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DProctor95
03/04/2020 22:45
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It was hard to tell if they looked the same at a distance, but going by sample videos on YouTube they do sound very similar. Much appreciated
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Linda257
03/04/2020 22:53
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Not a problem.....maybe yous will get a bit closer next time for a better look
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DProctor95
03/04/2020 22:55
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Hopefully so
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