Bewick's again
Four Bewick's Swan (2 adult+2 juv) flew in with ~ 50 Whooper Swan early afternoon. Some small flocks of Wigeon were looking nervous as a pair of Greater Black-backed Gull roamed around looking for there next meal.
Raptors included the ever present Common Buzzard (4+), 2 Peregrine (adult chasing off the immature), Sparrowhawk and Kestrel. Raven again with a few Carrion Crow scattered around the reserve.
Waders present include 40+ Ruff, 27 Avocet, 4+ Redshank, 7 Black-tailed Godwit, 6 Ringed Plover, Dunlin, Common Snipe, Oystercatchers and ~200 Lapwing.
Two Brambling, Nuthatch and 2 Great-spotted Woodpecker from the Janet Kear Hide.
Grey Wagtail new in on the Mere this afternoon and a couple of Pied Wagtail.
