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.
Three Tundra Bean Geese (adult + 2 juveniles) were found in among Pink's mid morning. The flock was mobile so they were not relocated by mid afternoon, however a European White-fronted Goose was. At least 5000 Pink-footed Geese on the reserve by early afternoon.
Raptors showing well included 3 Marsh Harrier, 3 Peregrine, 2 Common Buzzard, Sparrowhawk and Kestrel.
