Latest sightings
Yellow-Necked Mouse, Golden Plover, Goshawk, and some stunning Scarlet Elf Cups
From birds, to mushrooms, to mammals – January has brought a variety of species for us to admire
20 January 2025
Cobalt Crust, Otter, Jack Snipe, and a glorious Glossy Ibis
As we say goodbye to a dreary December, we’re hoping the new year brings dryer weather – and new birds!
3 January 2025
Spoonbill, Water Pipit, Spotted Redshank, and a swooping Sparrowhawk
Blustery weather has blown away our winter blues, and our winter birds!
22 December 2024
Spotted Redshank, Hen Harrier, Sparrowhawk, and a sneaky Red Fox
As we enter the calm after the storm, the birds have finally come back out from hiding.
15 December 2024
Lapwing, Wigeon, Spoonbill, and roosting Cormorants
A week of strong winds and heavy rain have had an unwelcome reception from wildlife and visitors alike, though moments of sunshine have made things more bearable.
1 December 2024
Pintail, Pheasant, Common Pipistrelle, and a small but mighty Merlin
Stormy weather has ravaged the wetlands, and very few birds have stayed to endure the rain.
24 November 2024
Avocet, Water Pipit, Marsh Harrier, and a few cosy Harvest Mouse nests
Avocets and colourful sunsets have brought a flourish of life to the wetlands as the evenings draw in earlier
15 November 2024
Yellow-browed Warbler, Avocet, Fieldfare, and Peregrines hunting
Our winter residents are moving in, but careful watchers will still spot rare visitors on their migratory journey
8 November 2024
Goshawk, Hen Harrier, Whooper Swan, and a fleeting flock of Cattle Egret
The nights have drawn in earlier this week, and so too have plenty of interesting birds been drawn to the wetlands.
31 October 2024
Merlin, Red Kite, Field Vole, and a lingering Swallow
Stormy weather at the weekend pushed most wildlife into hiding, but a few interesting species emerged once the skies cleared.
25 October 2024
Cattle Egret, Firecrest, Marsh Harrier - and a Pheasant!
Autumnal arrivals and stopovers - our wetlands are on a wonderful ancient flightpath
20 October 2024
Water Vole, Water Scorpion, and a growing flock of Spoonbill
As temperatures fall, the winter bird numbers start to rise.
11 October 2024
Wheatear, Black Rustic Moth, Meadow Pipit and Skylark
The team has been busy carrying out habitat management on the reserve, a great opportunity for a passing Wheatear to grab some lunch!
4 October 2024
Little Stint, Golden-Ringed Dragonfly, Green Woodpecker and Cattle Egret
The recent rainy days haven't put the wildlife off!
27 September 2024
Bronze Shield Bug, Migrant Hawker, Spotted Redshank and Small Copper Butterfly
Lots of incredible insects have been seen lately. Plus, high tides have brought visitors great views from the hides.
20 September 2024