Hen Harrier
The 'ringtail' Hen Harrier was present around the reserve again today, and was seen by several observers early afternoon. In another good raptor day, 2 Marsh Harriers, an immature Peregrine, at least 3 Common Buzzrads, a Sparrowhawk, and both of the regular Owls (Tawny and Barn were seen).
Avocet numbers continue to build, with about 50 on the Mere late morning. 70 or more Oystercatchers were also present, along with numbers of Ruff (perhaps about 50, but fairly mobile today due to raptor activity, so no accurate estimate was possible) and a Ringed Plover
