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World wetland convention round-up
A triennial meeting between 170 countries to address the future protection of wetlands has reached its conclusion. WWT were also at the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands conference in Dubai as one of six global technical advisors on the science and practical
31 October 2018
Wildlife sightings for 31st October 2018
2 Bittern - main lake North shore, best viewed from Headley Hide 1 Jack Snipe - grazing marsh 12 Snipe - grazing marsh, main lake 2 Water Rail - main reedbed 1 Peregrine - perched on the hospital 1 Kestrel - wildside 12 Fieldfare - over South Oct
31 October 2018
Frozen again
Another cold night leaving most of the shallower water bodies frozen again this morning. New arrivals included a pair of Whooper Swan, one carrying a red darvic ring. The bird was caught at WWT Caerlaverock in March 2014, sexed as a male and has been
31 October 2018
Bearded Tits
The Bearded Tits are still present with at least 10 seen today in a single flock, but quite how many there are altogether is difficult to be sure as they seem to be being seen in many small groups as well. Any counts please report to the In Focus shop by
30 October 2018
Winter Wellness Weekend is Nov 3-4
Try free taster sessions on mindfulness, yoga and more to stay healthy and stress free this winter. Winter can be a difficult time for some: shorter, darker days limit our time outdoors while the financial pressures a
30 October 2018
Today's Highlights
Wigeon Teal Whooper Swan Shoveler Mallard Kestrel Tree Sparrow Greylag goose Canada Goose Gadwall Golden plover Marsh harrier Buzzard Snipe Pochard Pintail Curlew Black-tailed godwit
30 October 2018
Recent sightings 27th - 30th October
Spoonbill British Steel Hide Lots to see from the Steel hide despite the cold, with 523 Black-tailed Godwits, over 250 Knot, as well as Redshank, Greenshank and Ruff. Also seen on the 30th were a Spoonbill and
30 October 2018
First Bewick's swan returns to the UK heralding the arrival of winter
The first Bewick’s swan of the season has landed at WWT Slimbridge in Gloucestershire, having surfed the weekend’s first blast of winter winds from the Arctic. The bird, known as Indri, is making its third visit to the famous reserve, after arriving
30 October 2018
Reserve Sightings -Tuesday 30th October - Yellowhammer!
Another cold day on the reserve however all the frosty weather has brought the Yellowhammers back on site! Keep an eye out walking from the Farmhouse towards the Peter Scott Observatory as this is where they like to feed among the other passerines. The av
30 October 2018
Wildlife sightings for 30th October 2018
1 Short-Eared Owl - grazing marsh all day (roosting) 1 Peregrine - perched on the hospital 1 Pintail - grazing marsh 2 Snipe - grazing marsh 1 Shelduck - main lake 7 Meadow Pipit - marsh and flying NW 1 Redpoll - over W 12 Redwing - flying over heading SW
30 October 2018
Frozen scrapes
Rushy Hide A few bird less than yesterday as the lower pond was frozen. Pochard, Pintail and Shelducks all mingling with the Tufted Ducks and Mallards. A single Redshank present. Tack Piece The 15 Eurasian White-fronted Geese among the Greylags, 360 Wige
30 October 2018
Wildlife sightings - 30/10/18
a.m. Tide Level: High Wader Lake Shelduck 1 Kestrel 1 Redwing 2 Snipe 6 Teal 37 Black-headed gull 62 Saline Lagoon Grey heron 2 Shelduck 3 Teal 9 Hawthorn Wood Nuthatch 2 Great spotted woodpecker 1 Greenfinch 1 Robin 3 Willow tit 1 Bullfinch 5 Chaffinch 7
30 October 2018
Increase in snipe sightings
Sightings of common snipe are increasing throughout the reserve. Photo: Romney Turner These wildlife sightings are a record of what one warden/WWT guide has seen on a morning walk of our site. Thurs 25 O
29 October 2018
Recent Sightings €- 29th October 2018
The following count was taken from the reserve and estuary at low tide today. The winter birds are still showing well on the estuary. There are still impressive numbers of Brent geese on the lough and the flocks of duck and wader are impressive. Estuar
29 October 2018
First Bewick's Swan returns
Indri- this bird favours the Big Pen, look out for it among the flock of resident pre injured/rehab Bewick's Swans. Rushy Hide 31 Pochard and 40 Pintail among the Mallards, Teal and Tufted Ducks. A single Little Grebe and Redshank also on the pond. Tack
29 October 2018