Mark Batten
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Any gen on todays report of Pallid Harrier at Cley?
I have removed the details of wood warbler on the last few pages at at least one of the sites has had two birds and I have been asked by local birders to remove the details from here. Given what a rare breeder it is in Norfolk this seems a wise precaution, so please refrain from posting locations of them for now - thanks.
After the shameful events at one site a few years back agree 100% and anyone finding one in suitable habitat should just keep it to themselves. However, don't think there is a problem with news of individuals at coastal sites which are clearly in the 'wrong place' and just passing through.
Regards
Mick
Sounds a bit dodgy seeing as it was reported as a Pallid or Hen?!
My day did not go too well as I turned back half way down the Point (to then hear that RBF was in the Plantation) and managed to miss all raptors reported at Cley!
Still.. Beautiful weather and lots of Flava in the Eye Field
Presume reference to the Kelling birds? Wood Warblers need all the help they can get right now.
We dragged ourselves up to the Plantation, although it hardly seemed worth it; the only passage migrant being a single male Wheatear between the carpark and the seawatching screen. It was here - five minutes from the Plantation - we got news of the Red-breasted Flycatcher. Little bit gutted, but pleased to see it nonetheless and it was a first for, Leila. Also lurking in the small group of trees was Reed Warbler, Chiffchaff, Willow Warbler, Garden Warbler and Whitethroat. On the the return leg, two Whitethroat and two Wheatear
Kieran
Agreed Josh. Its always a fine balance and we do not always get in right. Some rather decent Red foot photos on the net and despite two trips to the border at Lakenheath yet to connect.Presumably ref to birds slightly in inland at High Kelling, In the bird report that year the pair deserting was attributed purely down to disturbance by birders. Just being on their breeding area was enough for them not stick around and I think a lot of us, myself included need to put our hands up and say they should have just been left in peace. I don't think many people realised there were two birds.
Any gen on todays report of Pallid Harrier at Cley?
Sorry only just seen your post. RBA reports at 4.39pm that 'no sign' today sadly.Has anyone been out to BP today to look for the RB Fly? Not seen any news posted today (good or bad) and I was hoping to set out after work this evening.
Any help would be very much appreciated :t:
Sorry only just seen your post. RBA reports at 4.39pm that 'no sign' today sadly.
Penny, trying to PM you, your mailbox in full.
Kieran
Sorry only just seen your post. RBA reports at 4.39pm that 'no sign' today sadly.
Given all the "rather decent" shots of the Lakenheath Red foot. Here is a shot of the bird perched.It has been seen on the other wide of the river.