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sleipnerofasgard
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Decided to brave the elements up at white coppice, being of scottish half parentage it takes three weeks of sunshine just to get white:king: i had a long list of desired sightings but happy with one reacquaintance and one lifer, Spotted Flycatcher, nearly a year since i have seen one and the elusive Cuckoo.
Plus Willow Warblers everywhere and for good measure on the train journey to preston i had a Sprawk in a tree quite unruffled by our passing and a Barn Owl not quite so unperturbed:eek!: and a Small Copper for good measure
Frank
Plus Willow Warblers everywhere and for good measure on the train journey to preston i had a Sprawk in a tree quite unruffled by our passing and a Barn Owl not quite so unperturbed:eek!: and a Small Copper for good measure
Frank
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derekg
Bamber Bridge Birder
Kwyll, I've spent 2 days down at Brockholes trying to add the little blighter to my warbler list of photos, have seen it but it never seems to hang still long enough to catch it. Envious you even got that shot. Not a bad digiscoped shot of the Wood Sandpiper either, must get down to see it as missed it when it was reported the other week.
Derek
derekg
Bamber Bridge Birder
Frank,
some great shots. I was thinking about heading over there tomorrow, you have now made my mind up. I need both the Cuckoo (though I've heard plenty) and the Spotted Flycatcher. If you read this before mid morning sunday any information on their whereabouts would be greatfully recieved.
Derek
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sleipnerofasgard
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Flycatcher was on the wooded walk just after the cricket ground towards Brinscall (turn left) Cuckoo was quite mobile but twice landed in the dead tree up the stream past the weir, good luck
Frank
sleipnerofasgard
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Incidentally, i am sure there were two as one landed in the tree and the other appeared to continue over to the bushes in the distance, while i am on i would like to throw out a few questions myself, anyone have any tips on where to see a Pied Flycatcher nearbye, one had appeared at White Coppice last year i believe, but the nearest i can see is a place called Aughton Wood near Lancaster. Never been so some info on that would be appreciated and the same goes for Redstart the only problem being i don't drive so within reach of public transport and a reasonable bike riding distance:t:
Frank
Frank
derekg
Bamber Bridge Birder
Frank,
Thanks for the information. I'm told there is a Pied Flycatcher around the Watermans Cottage near to White Coppice it was one of the birds I was hoping to see. Also I'm sure there are Redstart in the area, if not try this blog as he saw one or two when out a few weeks ago though not sure if its an easy place to get to without a car http://davesbirdingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/redstarts-everywhere-in-sd75w.html
Derek
Thanks for the information. I'm told there is a Pied Flycatcher around the Watermans Cottage near to White Coppice it was one of the birds I was hoping to see. Also I'm sure there are Redstart in the area, if not try this blog as he saw one or two when out a few weeks ago though not sure if its an easy place to get to without a car http://davesbirdingblog.blogspot.com/2010/04/redstarts-everywhere-in-sd75w.html
Derek
derekg
Bamber Bridge Birder
Anglezarke - White Coppice - Brinscal Woods
Walked the above route with the hope of meeting up with some of Franks sightings.
'Willow Warbler everywhere' was an understatement! I'm sure I missed out on several species due to the amount calling. Anyway cought up with the Cuckoo at the cricket ground though no photo, also heard more throughout the walk. Was told there are Sptted Flycatcher by the watermans cottage but none today. Also Wood Warbler, Redstart and Pied in the area but again not seen by me. I did manage 2 Raven, Buzzard, Kestrel, Oystercatcher, Treecreeper, Tree Creeper, Green Woodpecker, Greater Spotted Woodpecker, Reed Bunting, Chiffchaff, Grey Wagtail and a few more of the usual suspects oh and did I mention Willow Warbler! A place I would recomend to everyone and will be heading back soon in the near future.
Derek
Walked the above route with the hope of meeting up with some of Franks sightings.
'Willow Warbler everywhere' was an understatement! I'm sure I missed out on several species due to the amount calling. Anyway cought up with the Cuckoo at the cricket ground though no photo, also heard more throughout the walk. Was told there are Sptted Flycatcher by the watermans cottage but none today. Also Wood Warbler, Redstart and Pied in the area but again not seen by me. I did manage 2 Raven, Buzzard, Kestrel, Oystercatcher, Treecreeper, Tree Creeper, Green Woodpecker, Greater Spotted Woodpecker, Reed Bunting, Chiffchaff, Grey Wagtail and a few more of the usual suspects oh and did I mention Willow Warbler! A place I would recomend to everyone and will be heading back soon in the near future.
Derek
Jaff
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Found some Ringed Plovers breeding on local farmland the other day. Strange thing was it was nowhere near any water! I mean there were patches of stones here and there but we're not talking the shingle islands of Martin Mere.
Has anyone else ever witnessed Ringed Plovers getting themselves confused with Lapwings?
Has anyone else ever witnessed Ringed Plovers getting themselves confused with Lapwings?
oncebittern
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Stephen Dunstan
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For anyone who doesn't know there is a f/imm Common Rosefinch at Lytham St Annes Nature Reserve in the trees behind the old wardens hut. I haven't been there since lunchtime but I believe it is elusive so patience might be required.
Stephen.
Stephen.
Stephen Dunstan
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Thanks Pete. It does sound like it has been hard work, at least it wasn't the bird which flew high north just after I put the news out.
Stephen.
Stephen.
I cant believe I have lived in Blackpool my whole life and NEVER visited the LNR on the Dunes... I hit myself with disgust.
If this weather picks up I may head there this weekend. Guessing its the opposite side of the main dunes, next to Pontins?
What are the regular sightings there?
If this weather picks up I may head there this weekend. Guessing its the opposite side of the main dunes, next to Pontins?
What are the regular sightings there?
Stephen Dunstan
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Not a lot out of the ordinary in the summer, Stonechats usually breed, better for butterflies and dragonflies. It gets Jack Snipe in winter.
Best in spring and autumn. Not that well covered since Maurice Jones wasn't replaced as warden. He found two Subalpine Warblers and a Barred Warbler there and other stuff I have forgotten. I have found Hoopoe and now Rosefinch there.
To be honest Ed Stirling has proved that any isolated area of trees or bushes near the coast between Fairhaven and Fleetwood will turn stuff up if you persevere.
Stephen Dunstan
Registered User
Elsewhere on BF the poor spring has been lamented. It isn't looking too shabby in the Lancs and North Merseyside recording area now is it. County vagrants (<10 records) off the top of my head - WT Plover, Wilson's Phal, Spotted Sand, Woodchat Shrike and Rosefinch and still time for more.
Stephen.
sleipnerofasgard
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Where did you see the Green Woodpecker as i missed it and have been trying to get a decent pic for some timeand would appreciate some pointers or directions for next time cheers
Frank
ps two spoonbills at Martin Mere today showing well, see blog or flicker page
http://www.flickr.com/photos/sleipnerofasgard/
