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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 - 06/04/2024

Wildlife Sightings - 06/04/2024
Weather: Overcast

River Wear Tide Level: low

Wader Lake Species

Sand Martin - 9

Grey Heron - 18 + 8 Chicks

Lapwing - 11 + 5 nest

Redshank - 14

Oystercatcher - 2

Avocet - 10

Shoveler - 8

Gadwall - 4

Teal - 4

Shelduck - 21

Mute Swan - 2

Reed bunting - 2

Hawthorn Wood Bird Feeding Area

Siskin - 26

Lesser Redpoll - 2

Goldfinch - 10

Greenfinch - 4

Bullfinch - 2

Chaffinch - 8

Nuthatch - 1

Reed Bunting - 1

Stoch Dove - 4

Coal Tit - 2

Bird Species Noted Around Site

Jay - 2 River Reedbed

Grey Heron - 1 - Saline Lagoon

Oystercatcher - 2 Saline Lagoon

Buzzard - 2 Over Site

Sparrow Hawk - 1 over site

Kestrel - 2 Hawthorn wood

Goosander - 1 River

Cormorant - 3 River

Song Thrush - 2 North Wood

Blackcap - 1 North wood

Chiffchaff - 22 On Site

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