Brambling
A male Brambling from the Janet Kear hide has been showing well on and off all day along with, amongst others, Goldfinch Greenfinch, Tree Sparrow and Reed Bunting.
On the Mere, up to about 60 Black-tailed Godwits, several of which are in near full breeding plumage, 20 Ruff, some of which again starting to develop the long "ruff" feathers of breeding plumage, 70+ Oystercatchers, and a Redshank. A pair of Mediterranean Gulls (below) have also been visiting the Mere as well as regular sightings from both the Ron Barker and United Utilities hides.
Raptors include Marsh Harrier and Common Buzzard, with the occasional sightings of Peregrine and Barn Owl.
The first of this year's summer visitors have arrived, with at least 3 Sand Martins and a Swallow seen yesterday.
Other birds of interest include Chiffchaffs singing from various spots around the area of the Reedbed walk, where a Jay was seen this morning, and Raven, with regular sightings from both the United Utilities and Ron Barker hides.
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