Yellow-browed Warbler?
Yellow-browed Warbler? No. However a more traditional Martin Mere rarity was found today in the shape of a drake Green-winged Teal on Vinson's Marsh from the Ron Barker Hide. Also from there Little Stint, Curlew Sandpiper, 2 Dunlin and 30+ Ruff.
Don't rule out one of those eastern gems following a tit flock through the collection area, as one or two have been turning up in Lancashire in the past couple of days on the back of the strong easterlies that have been blowing for over a week.
Less Pink-footed Geese today, though still impressive numbers. A group of 6 adult Shelduck arrived on the Mere around midday the first of many that will winter and also breed here.
Three Peregrine, 3 Marsh Harrier, 4+ Common Buzzard and Sparrowhawk.
Two Grey Wagtail on the Mere this morning. Little Egret from the Harrier Hide.
