More Whoopers
Highest count of the autumn of Whooper Swan with 1500 birds, also 7500 Pink-footed Geese roosting. At least 1500 Teal and 500 Wigeon.
Three Peregrine, Marsh Harrier, 2+ Common Buzzard, Sparrowhawk and Kestrel. Merlin present in the area, seen on the 14th.
A few Goldcrest along the Nature Trail. This time last year we had a Firecrest on the reserve so keep your eyes open.
Waders included 800+ Lapwing and 40+ Ruff.
A few Herring Gull dropping in today, joining the regular Great Black-backed Gull and Lesser Black-backed Gulls.
A couple of Rooks passing over the reserve was noteworthy.