Bird News
A damp start to the day which ended in a spot of spring sunshine. No Sand Martin or Chiffchaff yet..
Lots of breeding activity with 52 Avocet mostly paired up. Mating Ringed Plover on the shingle islands from the Ron Barker Hide. At least 60 Ruff some colouring up nicely.
Still at least 2 male Brambling from the Janet Kear Hide now coming into breeding plumage. Likewise with the many male Reed Bunting there too. Nearby Great-spotted Woodpecker drumming and Treecreeper.
Raptors included 2 Peregrine, 4+ Common Buzzard and Sparrowhawk. Barn Owl out hunting from 4.30pm.
