⚠️ 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.

Wildlife Sightings - 17/02/25

1 min read • 17 February 2025

Weather : Overcast

River Wear Tide Level : Mid

Wader Lake Species Am

Shelduck - 10

Black Headed Gull - 70

Lapwing - 25

Canada Goose -2

Grey Heron - 14

Tufted Duck - 4

Oystercatcher - 1

Hawthorn Wood Bird Feeding Area

Pheasant - 2

Great Spotted Woodpecker - 1

Robin - 2

Siskin - 2

Long Tailed Tit - 4

Blue Tit - 8

Great tit - 6

Bird Species Noted Around Site

Goldcrest - 4 @ Hollowood

Song Thrush - 1 @ Wader Lake Footpath

Tufted Duck - 5 @ River Wear

Long-tailed Tit - 3 @ Wader Lake Footpath

Great Spotted Woodpecker @ Spring Gill

Mammals spotted on site

Roe Deer - 4 @ Hawthorn Wood

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Wildlife Sightings - 17/02/25

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