Brother just rang me trying to describe a large grebe sp. on the stour in Bournemouth. Thought it could be Red-necked but he has just sent me a photo, turns out it was 2 redhead Goosanders! Do you guys get many records?
Hi
I am planning to visit Dorset next spring, and as well as doing the tourist bit (first visit ! ) I would like to get some solid birding in - Radipole/Fleet/Portland etc. Could any of you Dorset birders suggest the best time to visit & places to go to get a good spread of local birds ( now, now, behave yourselves ) and is sea-watching on the cards, if so from where?
Initial thoughts are the week that includes That Wedding - gotta get away - but advice most welcome. Thanks.
Merry Xmas & a very good birding New Year to all.
ajay
Hi MarkLooks like a well-marked Tufted to me Ray - white is all above the line of the bill, and head shape is that of a Tufty.