Recent Sightings 21st-27th August
Highlights - Wigeon, Snipe, Water Rail and White Wagtail
Two Wigeon have arrived on Deep water lake, joining the increasing numbers of Shoveler, Teal and Gadwall that can regularly be seen from the hides.
Several Water Rail have been seen and heard around the reserve this week, with one sighting coming from Deep water lake.
A Snipe has been showing well this week, spending much of its time on the lagoon, but also making an occasional appearance on Deep water lake.
Dafen scrape are still hosting a flock of Pied wagtail,with a few White Wagtail often still present within the group.
Seven species of Warbler are still present on the reserve, with Whitethroat, Reed Warbler, Sedge Warbler, Willow Warbler, Chiffchaff, Blackcap and Cetti's Warbler all seen this week.