This can attract different Species but I prefer a shallower outlook. c 40 Pochard being an excellent example. Still plenty of Birds around and last week I had two quality 4 hour visits (Tuesday and Friday). Nothing new but the usual fayre was more than adequate compensation.
The Whooper Swans are preferring Ellerton Ings at the moment although I do get the odd fly-by as they make their way to the Farm across the road.
3 wintering Stonechats usually show at some point and there's an excellent lingering Fieldfare flock (c100). At least 2 Great White Egrets are still in the area.
Huge numbers of Lapwing (c3000) are in view at various distances accompanied by smaller numbers of Golden Plover (c500).... always flying separately...and higher!
Haydn came over on Friday and after some tree planting (thanks pal) we headed for the Humber Outstray to try for the male Hen Harriers. After a while Haydn caught sight of both Birds briefly at some considerable distance. Some 30 minutes later we had a much better view of a single Bird.
Out of curiosity I drove down again yesterday afternoon and was pleased to get a brief view of one at Dusk, albeit distantly...
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| One of my classic BOC shots! |
I really enjoy these surprise out of context sightings, especially when I can view form the warmth of the car! Special to have 2 Males in the area.
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