Bittern
First sighting of Bittern this year when a bird flew over the path to the Harrier Hide and dropped into the reeds. Last year a bird was heard to 'boom' although as usual it is assumed any Bittern seen at this time of year is just passing through.
Avocet numbers increased from 27 yesterday to 44 today. Nine species of wader with 500+ Lapwing still, 65+ Oystercatcher, 70+ Ruff, 15+ Black-tailed Godwit, Redshank, 2 Dunlin, Ringed Plover and Common Snipe(s).
The usual raptors with 8 Common Buzzard, Peregrine, Marsh Harrier, 3 Kestrel and 2 Sparrowhawk.
