Citrine Wagtail seen briefly again today
Citrine latest
The Citrine Wagtail was seen briefly in the Bottom New Piece, although overlooked by the Kingfisher Hide, the distance and current rush cover make it impossible to see the shore of the flood. It is an area with no access unless guided by staff and even this isn't possible, the Longhorn Cattle are grazing here at the moment and whilst they are generally placid it would be unsafe to be among the herd with their offspring.
The wagtail flew off toward the Top New Piece/grounds and despite a prolonged search and listen, it wasn't seen or heard here over the next hour. At least 8 Yellow Wagtail, 3 Green Sandpiper, 1 Hobby, 2 Buzzard, 5 Whinchat and 12+ Reed Bunting were also noted in this field or in the rush or hedge.
We have no plans to open early tomorrow so will be resuming pre-booked tickets (or limited walk-in places) via the Visitor Centre from 0930am.
Any changes, further updates or news of the wagtail or anything else can be found on https://twitter.com/slimbridge_wild
South Lake
The Wood Sandpiper was still present today, heard at 0800am calling a number of times. 232 Black-tailed Godwit had the Ruff, Redshank and Spotted Redshank among them. Teal, Gadwall, Mallard, Tufted Duck and a Pochard as well as Great Crested Grebe and 6 Cormorants.
Tack Piece
Common Sandpiper, 4 Green Sandpiper, 15 Lapwing, 85 Gadwall, 75 Teal and two Pied Wagtail early morning.
Knott Hide
A variety of warblers including Lesser and Common Whitethroats
Summer Walkway
Lots of warblers along the hedge, at least three Willow Warbler. The Great White Egret was fishing in the newly restored paleochannel and could be viewed from the seawall at the Goose House.
Middle Point/Severn
The mudflats North of the point held 5 Knot, 3 Turnstone, 2+ Sanderling, 45+ Dunlin, 84 Ringed Plover, 4 Grey Plover, 1 Black-tailed Godwit early morning. 1500 gulls and 100+ Curlew also present.
