Latest sightings
Wildlife Sightings 08/03/2026
Mute Swan pair still on Wader Lake, Oystercatcher pairs are spreading around the Reserve, 2 on Wader Lakes central island, 2 on Wader Lake meadow and a new pair on Saline Lagoon. am/pm Wader Lake Species Water Level
8 March 2026
Wildlife Sightings 07/03/2026
Five male Reed Buntings recorded across the site this morning, all very bold and actively claiming territory with their cheerful, chirping songs. An impressive number of Grey Herons were active around the heronry, with most birds settled on the
7 March 2026
Wildlife Sightings 05/03/2026
A Little Egret made a surprise appearance today, below the busy heronry. A striking white flash among the activity of the nesting Grey Heron. The Spruce and Blackthorn trees are now in flower, adding fresh colour and texture to the reserve. Insects hav
5 March 2026
Wildlife Sightings - 04/03/26
Hawthorn Wood Feeding Station very busy this morning 2 male Reed Buntings, Nuthatch, a male and female Great Spotted Woodpecker and a small flock of goldfinch. am/pm Wader Lake Species Water Level Total
4 March 2026
Wildlife Sightings -03/03/26
The heron hedge is in full swing with courtship displays, nest refurbishing, and the start of egg‑laying. Birds singing around the grounds, Song Thrush, Blackbird, Chaffinch, Great Tit, Robin and Blue Tit. am Wader Lake Spe
3 March 2026
Wildlife Sightings - 02/03/26
Spotted Redshank back on Saline Lagoon, Siskin flock moving through hawthorn wood and coming to the feeders. am/pm Wader Lake Species Water Level Total Avocet 3 L
2 March 2026
Wildlife Sightings 01/03/26
Grey Herons 30+ in the trees in front of Wader Lake, moving nesting material and making courtship displays. Mute Swan pair still on Wader Lake, Little Grebe and a few Curlew on the river. am/pm Wader Lake Species Wate
1 March 2026
Wildlife Sightings 28/02/2026
Cetti’s Warbler showing very well this morning in the scrub next to the Lagoon Hide. Usually a secretive species, so this is an excellent chance to catch a glimpse! 52 Grey Heron noted in and around the heronry. First calling C
28 February 2026
Wildlife Sightings 27/02/2026
Four Mute Swans having a ‘wrestling match’ over territory on Wader Lake. I’m not sure who won! am/pm Wader Lake Species Water Level Total Mute Swan territorial fighting/displays
28 February 2026
Wildlife Sightings 26/02/2026
“The heron hedge is in full swing with courtship displays, nest refurbishing, and the start of egg‑laying.” Song Thrushes singing around the grounds, ( north wood, Hawthorn wood ) am Wader Lake Species Water Level
26 February 2026
Wildlife Sightings - 25/02/26
Avocet have Returned!! 7 seen on the lake this morning, flock of 35 Redshank on the lake. Spotted Redshank still on Saline Lagoon am/pm Wader Lake Species Water Level Total Avocet
25 February 2026
Wildlife Sightings 24/02/2026
“The heron hedge is in full swing with courtship displays, nest refurbishing, and the start of egg‑laying.” Song Thrushes singing around the grounds, ( north wood, Hawthorn wood ) am Wader Lake Species Water Lev
24 February 2026
Wildlife Sightings - 23/02/26
Small flock of 30 Curlew roosting on Saline Lagoon Meadow, over wintering Spotted Redshank still on Saline Lagoon. 33 Heron in and around the Heronry on Wader Lake and a small flock of Siskin moving around Hawthorn Wood. am/pm Wader
23 February 2026
Wildlife Sightings - 22/02/2026
With 45 Grey Heron the Heronry is full of birds pairing up, displaying and nest building. Oystercatcher pair prospecting wader lake water’s edge opposite Paddy Flemming hide. Siskin flock of about 25 moving at Hawthorn wood. am/pm
22 February 2026
Wildlife Sightings - 21/02/26
A delightful sighting of 2 young otters noted right beside the Lagoon.The overwintering Spotted Redshank observed feeding right in front of the Lagoon Hide.A count of 43 Grey Heron in and around the heronry today. Many birds settling onto nests, with some
21 February 2026