As you may have read from Darren's post and our blog post on Saving special places, today is World Wetlands day! Wetlands are a vital part of our countryside, they are essential wildlife habitats and interesting places for people to visit. They also play an important part in our everyday lives supplying us with fresh water, helping to control flooding and mitigating the effects of climate change. Why not visit a wetland reserve today and see them for yourself.Wetlands are home to many extraordinary species of bird, many of which, like the bittern and lapwing need our help! To celebrate World Wetlands day, why not tell us what your favourite wetland bird is? As usual, it goes without saying that if you have photos or stories about your choice, we want to hear about them - so get voting, enjoy!
Claire
Has to be Bearded Tit for me, as that is my nickname!
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Unknown said: Has to be Bearded Tit for me, as that is my nickname! :)
I think nothing beats seeing a marsh harrier then out of hide to see a barn owl, then if your really lucky a hen harrier, that is my best yet at a norfolk reserve. Alan
i say always look on the bright side of life, as you cannot see anything on the other ?
seymouraves said: I want to vote Gropper party! S
I want to vote Gropper party!
S
Party? How many speices have you seen :) I still haven't seen a gropper
'Dip a dee dah, dip a dee ay, we're not seeing any birds to-day...'
Those are ten attractive species for sure and all worthy choices but there are a lot of other fantastic wetland birds that aren't on the list - especially as it is in honour of WORLD wetland day! Let's hear it for the shoe-billed stork, the African skimmer, the roseate spoonbill and for all the hundreds of fascinating and beautiful wetland species from around the world...
Jonathan Wallace