sue webster
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sept 3rd.RSPB Sandwell --crow,robin,jackdaw, BHG,m allard,canada geese,heron, coot,moorhen,pied wagtail, little ringed plover,andpectoral sandpiper flewfrom lake island over river to small pool behind trees. Forge Mill lake---swan, teal, tufted duck,BHGs, and magpie and great tit. the teal had just arrived. Swan Pool.------pochard,great crested brebe and 3 chicks,BHGs,mallard,great spotted woodpecker in tree,chiffchaff, great tit. Sandwell Park Farm---house martin,magpie, wood pigeon,swallow,. The swallows were numerous and as i had my luch inthe picnic area I watched parent birds feeding newly fledged chicks. Wonder if the chicks will make the journey to Africa? Also saw lots of dragonflies--must be a good year for them! sue