Latest Sightings
No specific counts but undoubtedly 10000+ Pink-footed Geese are roosting on the reserve with birds coming and going throughout the day. Small numbers of Whooper Swan present.
Five different Marsh Harrier on the reserve today, 4+ Buzzard, 2 Kestrel and 2 Sparrowhawk.
An increase in Black-tailed Godwit with 25+ today, 300+ Lapwing, 10+ Ruff, Green Sandpiper, 2 Redshank and 30+ Snipe. A Carrion Crow was seen to dive into the undergrowth and take out a Snipe.
A Wheatear was on the banking of the recently worked channel on Plover Field.
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.
