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Hide closure: Sunday 9 November

No access to Ron Barker, Hale and Mere View Hides
Unfortunately, we have had a recent case of avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, in our collection birds. To prevent further spread of the disease, we are putting in place some additional protection measures, which includes testing the birds in our duckery. To allow our teams the time and space to do this, we’ve temporarily closed this part of the wetland reserve and will reopen on Monday 10 November.

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A compilation of recent sightings in what has been a windy few days. Two Barn Owl out and about today from ~2pm viewed from the Ron Barker Hide. One bird was harassed by a Marsh Harrier which was harassed by an immature Peregrine while a Sparrowhawk looked on. Kestrel and Buzzards present. A Tawny Owl is sometimes seen near the Kingfisher Hide.

No counts but 1000+ Whooper Swan present, a few thousand Pink-footed Geese more birds now returning back from Norfolk.

Male and female Goosander which are rare here, Woodend Marsh today late afternoon.

Waders include 1000+ Lapwing, 60+ Ruff, Oystercatcher, 4+ Black-tailed Godwit.

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