1322 Whooper Swan
Some excellent weather recently and some mega sunsets too. The biggest count of Whooper Swan for the winter so far with 1322 birds roosting on the reserve. Reasonable numbers of Pink-footed Geese with c.7600 also logged.
It's looking like another good winter for Merlin at Martin Mere. Two birds a male and female showing throughout the day. Other raptors included Peregrine, 2+ Marsh Harrier, 4+ Buzzard, 2 Kestrel and Sparrowhawk. One or two Barn Owl hunting in the afternoon.
A Golden Plover was with Lapwing yesterday, 59 Ruff, a few Snipe and Black-tailed Godwit.
Willow Tit and Nuthatch visiting the feeders at the Janet Kear Hide.
At least two Kingfisher present.
It's possible to see over 60 species in a day on the reserve. If
you have seen anything on the reserve or would like up to date info on
were to see specific species do call in at the in focus shop next to the
Discovery Hide.
