Tuesday, 4 November 2025

The Humber

Not one but two MALE Hen Harriers have been seen on the Humber recently. This and an amazingly mild day for the time of Year tempted me to "have a go" today. This morning I gave it an hour at Patrington Haven without success. Water levels were very low so general viewing was difficult but I like to think I would have spotted a HH.

After a coffee and a brief visit home I made my way back to the Humber and the superb Outstray Reserve. A good start as a SEO was flying around the car park. It eventually settled on a nearby post...

Wonderful Birds!

The tide was rising and the number of Birds was incredible!!! 



I was joined by Neil from Beverley and we shared a few stories while we viewed. The spectacle continued as the tide rose further. Huge numbers of Waders of many Species. Pintail, Black-tailed Godwits and Marsh Harriers were on view amongst the regular fayre. I had a panoramic view from Skeffling to Welwick. Alas no sign of any Hen Harriers of any description in 2.5 hours. However this was more than adequate compensation...


I left at Dusk (4.30) enjoying a balmy Novemeber sunset?





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