JHDraytonbassettpits
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There's been a few sightings of Swallow also in the Midlands. However good views are needed as a quick view of a Sand Martin can be mistaken for a Swallow.
Seen today were 2 Wigeon, 8 Goldeneye, 8 Goosander, 1 Little Grebe, 2 Little Egret, 4+ Oystercatcher, 3 Ringed Plover, 1 or 2 LRP, 1 Black-tailed Godwit, 1 Curlew reported, 3 Redshank, 1 Green Sandpiper on Hall Lake, 1 Dunlin, Kingfisher reported, 2 Cetti's Warbler singing, 3 Chiffchaff, 1 Blackcap, 1 Stonechat, 1 possible Water Pipit distantly on JWs, 1 Lesser Redpoll at feeders.
The highlight was the 2 Common Cranes flying over the reserve this afternoon per KT and Fergus.
Geoff
Summerish.Geoff,
What plumage was the possible Water Pipit in Winter or Summer.
Are'nt you?.........
Laurie:t:
A single Swallow was over the feeder area this morning at 07:30 and a Willow warbler was feeding in the trees over the bridleway through the woodland.
Little ringed plover, Ringed plover and Redshank also present after a quick scan.
That's almost 'local' for some people John - it's nearly 60 miles round trip for my mate and i, coupled with the Mud etc it's not now feasible so we stick local which is a pity as the potential is excellent.
Laurie:t: