1078 Whooper Swan
A lovely frosty start to the day and this winter's highest count of Whooper Swan with 1078 birds present on the reserve this morning. Fairly static counts of roosting Pink-footed Geese with 5439 also present. Locally 4 European White-fronted Geese have been seen so keep your eyes peeled!
More good raptor days with up to 2 Merlin, 2 Peregrine, 2+ Marsh Harrier, 3+ Buzzard, 2 Kestrel and 2 Sparrowhawk. On Monday a probable Hen Harrier was seen very distantly heading towards the coast.
At least 2 Barn Owl out and about throughout the day and Tawny Owl seen roosting.
The first Oystercatcher of the year was seen on Monday. At least 700 Lapwing, 60+ Ruff, up to 70 Black-tailed Godwit, double figure Snipe and a Dunlin.
Kingfisher seen today. At least 4 Stonechat present, 60+ Stock Dove, 2 Little Egret.
Check out a few days of the previous sighting to get a fuller picture as to what can be seen on the reserve.
It should be possible to see over 60 species in a full days bird watching at Martin Mere. If you would like to know the best spots, up to date info or to report any sightings then please call in at the in focus shop next to the Discovery Hide.
