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Snowdrop, Hen harrier, Pintail, and swooping Siskin

Snowdrop, Hen harrier, Pintail, and swooping Siskin

Early blooms are signalling spring’s approach

16 February 2025

Common Scoter, Fieldfare, Woodcock, and a quartering Hen Harrier

Common Scoter, Fieldfare, Woodcock, and a quartering Hen Harrier

Could you find a needle in a hay stack? What about a Bar-Tailed Godwit in a Black-Tailed Godwit stack?

9 February 2025

Otter, Canada Goose, Snipe, and a greying Great Crested Grebe

Otter, Canada Goose, Snipe, and a greying Great Crested Grebe

February has brought a few fan-favourite species for us to spot.

2 February 2025

Singing Siskins, Brent Goose, Spotted Redshank, and Water Rail

Singing Siskins, Brent Goose, Spotted Redshank, and Water Rail

Another week has flown by, but hopefully these birds will stay around a while

26 January 2025

Yellow-Necked Mouse, Golden Plover, Goshawk, and some stunning Scarlet Elf Cups

Yellow-Necked Mouse, Golden Plover, Goshawk, and some stunning Scarlet Elf Cups

From birds, to mushrooms, to mammals – January has brought a variety of species for us to admire

20 January 2025

Cobalt Crust, Otter, Jack Snipe, and a glorious Glossy Ibis

Cobalt Crust, Otter, Jack Snipe, and a glorious Glossy Ibis

As we say goodbye to a dreary December, we’re hoping the new year brings dryer weather – and new birds!

3 January 2025

Spoonbill, Water Pipit, Spotted Redshank, and a swooping Sparrowhawk

Spoonbill, Water Pipit, Spotted Redshank, and a swooping Sparrowhawk

Blustery weather has blown away our winter blues, and our winter birds!

22 December 2024

Spotted Redshank, Hen Harrier, Sparrowhawk, and a sneaky Red Fox

Spotted Redshank, Hen Harrier, Sparrowhawk, and a sneaky Red Fox

As we enter the calm after the storm, the birds have finally come back out from hiding.

15 December 2024

Lapwing, Wigeon, Spoonbill, and roosting Cormorants

Lapwing, Wigeon, Spoonbill, and roosting Cormorants

A week of strong winds and heavy rain have had an unwelcome reception from wildlife and visitors alike, though moments of sunshine have made things more bearable.

1 December 2024

Pintail, Pheasant, Common Pipistrelle, and a small but mighty Merlin

Pintail, Pheasant, Common Pipistrelle, and a small but mighty Merlin

Stormy weather has ravaged the wetlands, and very few birds have stayed to endure the rain.

24 November 2024

Avocet, Water Pipit, Marsh Harrier, and a few cosy Harvest Mouse nests

Avocet, Water Pipit, Marsh Harrier, and a few cosy Harvest Mouse nests

Avocets and colourful sunsets have brought a flourish of life to the wetlands as the evenings draw in earlier

15 November 2024

Yellow-browed Warbler, Avocet, Fieldfare, and Peregrines hunting

Yellow-browed Warbler, Avocet, Fieldfare, and Peregrines hunting

Our winter residents are moving in, but careful watchers will still spot rare visitors on their migratory journey

8 November 2024

Goshawk, Hen Harrier, Whooper Swan, and a fleeting flock of Cattle Egret

Goshawk, Hen Harrier, Whooper Swan, and a fleeting flock of Cattle Egret

The nights have drawn in earlier this week, and so too have plenty of interesting birds been drawn to the wetlands.

31 October 2024

Merlin, Red Kite, Field Vole, and a lingering Swallow

Merlin, Red Kite, Field Vole, and a lingering Swallow

Stormy weather at the weekend pushed most wildlife into hiding, but a few interesting species emerged once the skies cleared.

25 October 2024

Cattle Egret, Firecrest, Marsh Harrier - and a Pheasant!

Cattle Egret, Firecrest, Marsh Harrier - and a Pheasant!

Autumnal arrivals and stopovers - our wetlands are on a wonderful ancient flightpath

20 October 2024