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.
A windy and wet start followed by much calmer and settled conditions. More Pink-footed Geese today with 500+ birds. The weather is looking good for bringing further influxes tomorrow.
A few reports included Little Stint, Curlew Sandpiper, Dunlin, Avocet, 40+ Ruff, 10+ Snipe and 400+ Lapwing.
At least 2 Marsh Harrier and 4 Common Buzzard.
Wheatear and Stonechat feeding along the tracks by Woodend Marsh.
