Access is available to Main Observatory only due to water levels on the paths. Lady Fen loop is closed due to the wildlife spectacle, Great views from visitor centre and Gill's Lookout . Access via A1101 at Littleport, also road open from Ten Mile Bank.

Welney Sightings - 21/05/23

Sightings for 21st May 2023: Sunny with moderate breeze, Highs of 17°C

1 min read • 21 May 2023

Highlights:

Black-tailed Godwit

Garganey

Marsh Harrier

Bittern - Main Observatory

Ruff

Blue Tit

Robin

Blackbird

Tufted Duck

Swallow

House Martin

Swift

Whooper Swan (Resident)

Mute Swan (Resident)

Shoveler

Pochard

Mallard

Gadwall

Redshank

Lapwing

Black-tailed Godwit

Shelduck

Greylag Goose with goslings

Canada Goose

Garganey

Wigeon

Pheasant

Great Crested Grebe

Stock Dove

Wood Pigeon

Collared Dove

Moorhen with chicks

Cuckoo

Marsh Harrier

Grey Heron

Little Egret

Rook

Western Jackdaw

Little Gull

Black-winged Stilt

Common Tern

Yellow Wagtail - Main Observatory

Hen Harrier

Great Crested Newt (Juvenile) - Front pond outside Visitor Centre

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