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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.

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Hen Harrier and other birds

A rain front drifted through this morning making viewing slightly murky before clearing around midday.  As wader migration is in full swing such conditions can mean new birds turning up in poor weather.

Yesterday's Hen Harrier was still present giving a few people mega close views from the UU Hide and Ron Barker.

Hen Harrier formerly a regular winter bird at Martin Mere

This ringtail was a bulky looking bird in the field so presumed female.

The Temminck's Stint is still present from the Ron Barker Hide late afternoon. Other waders include 500+ Lapwing, 50+ Snipe, 30+ Black-tailed Godwit and 3 Green Sandpiper.

Hobby again, adult male Marsh Harrier, imm male and juv too, 3 Buzzard, Sparrowhawk, imm female Peregrine and Kestrel.

Three Pink-footed Geese dropped in on Sunley's this afternoon.

It should be possible to see over 60 species in a full days bird watching at Martin Mere. If you would like to know the best spots, up to date info or to report any sightings then please call in at the in focus shop next to the Discovery Hide.

 

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