Tableful of cauds
The north coast was far too windy- as it has been for the last few days. A quick visit to the Cley NWT Visitor Centre was enlivened, as I exited, by nearly being swiped by an NWT vehicle entering through the ‘No Entry’ signs !
Prompted by Paul E’s blog yesterday, I drove west to Hempton NOA, where a great spot was a male Great Spot that made a great phot. Both Marsh & Willow Tits were calling, with two Tit Willows being very friendly towards each other- but too far away for a meaningful snap. A small flock of Siskins was pleasant.
The long journey to Sculthorpe H&OT was, surprisingly, my first visit. So impressed was I by this extensive and well-managed reserve that, on my way out, I joined the Trust. At that point I learned that a Bittern had been present since after the cold spell and was, in fact, seen this afternoon- but not by me.
One of the hides (Whitley) had a good view on to a feeder, where the birds below were snapped. 2 male and 3 female Bullfinches and a dozen Brambling were coming to the seed. A Water Rail was showing, too. A tableful of Long-tailed Tits was a delight.
I can foresee many visits here, especially when butterflies, dragonflies and other insects have emerged.
