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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 13/09/19

Wildlife Sightings 13/09/19

Weather: Sunny
Wind Speed: Light


Wader Lake Time: AM Water Level: Low

Teal - 28
Lapwing - 35
Redshank - 9
Snipe - 2
Grey Heron - 1
Stock Dove - 2
Kestrel (pair) - 2


Saline Lagoon Time: AM Tide Level: Low

Teal - 2
Redshank - 1
Black-headed Gull - 1


Hawthorn Wood

Nuthatch - 2
Goldfinch - 6
Greenfinch - 5
Sparrowhawk - 1
Bullfinch - 8
Dunnock - 2
Jay - 1
Willow Tit - 1
Tawny Owl (heard)
Robin - 3


Other Birds Noted Around Site

Willow Tit (centre feeders) - 1
Little Egret (River Wear) - 1
Curlew (River Wear) - 1
Cormorant (River Wear) - 3


Other Wildlife Species Around Site

Mammals:
Bank Vole (Hawthorn Wood feeding station)

Invertebrates:
Speckled Wood

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