Bittern


Very brief update. Do check out recent days for a fuller picture.
Bittern 'booming' or at least practicing early afternoon on the Reed Bed Walk.
Six Curlew on the back of the Mere late morming and two Ringed Plover before the later flew towards Woodend Marsh.
Marsh Harrier, Peregrine, 4+ Buzzard, Kestrel and Sparrowhawk.
Brimstone and Peacock butterfluies on the Reed Bed Walk, also Toad calling.
If you are visiting the reserve for the first time or would just like to know what's about on the day, do call in at the in focus shop next to the Discovery Hide.