Latest Sightings
A chilly but bright start to the day with some autumn mist hanging over the reserve.
The ringtail Hen Harrier was seen again this morning interacting with Marsh Harrier. At least two Marsh Harrier today, Peregrine, 3 Buzzard, 2 Kestrel and Sparrowhawk.
A few Pink-footed Geese this morning with feral Greylag and Canada Geese on Woodend Marsh. A few Pintail have arrived in the past couple of days joining Teal and Shoveler on the Mere. These birds are still in eclipse plumage. Other wildfowl present include Gadwall, Shelduck (juvs), Pochard and Tufted Duck.
Activity around the Kingfisher Hide included Chiffchaff, Willow Warbler, Blackcap and Sedge Warbler. Check the Long-tailed Tit flock for warbler.
Plenty of Lapwing present with maybe a few more coming in. At least 30 Snipe, 20+ Ruff and 2 Green Sandpiper.
Kingfisher seen from the Harrier Hide.
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.
