Latest Sightings
The pair of juvenile Glossy Ibis have been showing well this weekend, often landing on the islands on the Mere to preen. We have also had an influx of 70+ Pintail on the mere as they come to join us from Northern Europe, Asia and North America for the winter. 1 Peregrine was sighted flying among the 100+ Lapwings, look closely when the Lapwings are flushed and you might spot it!
Over at Ron Barker 7 Whooper swans were spotted with more to come soon. A Sparrowhawk has been putting on a show for the photographers too. Alongside this 1 Great White Egret, 2 Stonechat and 3 Little Grebe were all showing well at Ron Barker.
We have had 28 Ruff which are viewable from the Harrier Hide along with 270 Teal. On the outer reserve there have been 40+ Cattle Egret among the cows, which have now been moved to Woodend Marsh so the egrets will be viewable from Rees Hide, Tomlinson and Gordon Taylor. Also, in Woodend a charm of 60 Goldfinch were showing feeding on the seed.
Photo of a Sparrowhawk.
North West Bird Watching Festival 18 & 19 October
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