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⚠️ Vital Improvements to Our Flamingo Exhibit

We’re currently carrying out vital improvements to our flamingo exhibit to create an even better environment for our flock.

While these enhancements are underway, our flamingos will be temporarily off show. The improvements will help ensure they can be enjoyed by visitors on most days throughout the year for many years to come.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to see the finished exhibit.

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Wildlife Sightings - 03/01/2024

Wildlife Sightings - 03/01/2024

Weather: Overcast
River Wear Tide Level: Mid


Wader Lake Species

Lapwing - 66
Mallard Duck - 13
Teal - 9
Jay - 1 heard in treeline
Little Grebe - 1
Shelduck - 4
Goosander - 1 male
Sparrowhawk - 1 male
Canada Goose - 1


Hawthorn Wood Bird Feeding Station

Goldfinch - 1
Blue Tit - 13
Great Tit - 4
Coal Tit - 2
Dunnock - 1
Robin - 2
Nuthatch - 1
Chaffinch - 8
Great Spotted Woodpecker - 1 male
Stock Dove - 2


Bird Species Noted Around Site

Bullfinch (Wader Lake footpath) - 2
Goldcrest (Wader Lake footpath) - 2
Bullfinch (The Lookout) - 4
Nuthatch (Middle Wood) - 1
Nuthatch (The Lookout) - 1 heard
Teal (Saline Lagoon) - 5
Grey Heron (Saline Lagoon) - 2
Teal (River Wear) - 18
Goosander (River Wear) - 1 female


Other Wildlife Species Noted Around Site

Mammals;

Grey Squirrel


Flora/Fungi;

Witches Butter (Hollowood treeline)


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