Latest sightings
Latest Sightings
The Swallows have been showing well over the mere later in the day as the juveniles feed in preparation for their migration. Over at Ron Barker hide, the Bittern was spotted along with 2 Kingfishers feeding in the water. The Green Sandpiper was spotted fe
26 August 2025
Latest Sightings
The week so far has been bountiful with bird species here on the reserve at Martin Mere.On Tuesday, 54 Stock Doves were seen on Woodend Marsh. 15 Ruff were seen from Harrier hide, as well as 54 Shoveler, 61 Teal, 1 Great Crested Grebe, and 16 Gadwall.Rece
21 August 2025
Latest Sightings
With the warm weather continuing, the wildlife of Martin Mere is as exciting as ever. Over the weekend, a juvenile Cuckoo was seen from the Ron Barker hide, along with two Hobbies, Kingfishers, and even a Spoonbill – an infrequent and bizarre-looking v
18 August 2025
Latest Sightings
The week so far has been rich with bird life here on the reserve at Martin Mere. On Tuesday, 6 Grey Herons were seen on the main mere. 29 Cattle Egrets were counted on Wednesday as they were flushed from the top of the mere in an attempt to avoid a potent
14 August 2025
Latest Sightings
With warm weather expected this week, Martin Mere provides a great opportunity for nature lovers to come and explore. Over the weekend, an endangered Red Squirrel was spotted in front of the Ron Barker hide. We hope more of these beautiful creatures will
11 August 2025
Latest Sightings
The past few days have been ripe with wetland wildlife here on the reserve at Martin Mere.On the main mere recently, 4 Grey Herons, 4 Gadwall, 10 Shelduck, 4 Shovelers, 4 Ruff, 6+ Swallows, 10 Tufted Ducks, 5+ Snipe, 20+ Lapwing and 50+ Mallard have been
7 August 2025
Latest Sightings
The mild weather over the weekend provided plenty to see here at Martin Mere. As Storm Floris passes through today, many birds are sheltering in dense vegetation or flocking together. Cattle Egret numbers are increasing, with a current count of 22. They c
4 August 2025
Latest Sightings
Our aquatic bird species here at Martin Mere have been productive this week as the main mere's water level has remained raised.3 Little Grebes, 2 Gadwall, 1 Great Crested Grebe, 19 Cattle Egret, 7 Tufted Ducks, 1 Grey Heron, 5+ Shelducks and 2 Cormorants
31 July 2025
Latest sightings
The English Longhorn cattle are now in 3 herds - 3 are in pumphouse field (to the right of Ron Barker hide). 12 cows and 3 calves on Sunleys which is the pool infront of the Ron Barker hide (right side). 30 cows 1 bull and 20 calves on the Mere best seen
28 July 2025
Latest Sightings
The reserve here at Martin Mere has been bountiful with many bird species seen this week. 1 Black-Necked Grebe juvenile, which had arrived on Sunday, is still present on the main mere. Look out for a small, dark grey bird bobbing up and down on the surfac
24 July 2025
Latest Sightings
A Black-Necked Grebe was spotted on the main mere yesterday. This particular individual is believed to be a juvenile because of its grey and black coloration. In breeding plumage, this species displays a distinctive black neck, head, and breast, along wit
21 July 2025
Latest Sightings
A wide variety of bird species continues to thrive here on the reserve at Martin Mere.2 Yellow Wagtails have been seen on the reserve recently. A colourful adult male was spotted from the Ron Barker hide on Saturday, whereas a juvenile was seen on the gro
17 July 2025
Latest Sightings
With the warm weather continuing over the weekend, there has been a wide range of wetland species on display across our reserve, taking advantage of the weather. On Monday, our reserve team carried out WeBS – Wetland Bird Survey – which is a monthly
14 July 2025
Latest Sightings
In the past few days here at Martin Mere, the good weather has continued to shine down over the reserve. A diverse range of species continues to visit the site as the summer continues.On Monday, 2 Greenshank were spotted near the back of the main mere. Ot
10 July 2025
Latest Sightings
On Friday, 6 Green Sandpiper and 5 Ruff were observed at Gordon Taylor hide, and the 2 juvenile Tawny Owls were seen again on the nature trail towards Ron Barker hide. On Saturday, 1 Corn Bunting was reported in the visitor car park. From Ron Barker hide,
7 July 2025