A rare opportunity to nip out on Saturday following torrential rain until lunchtime.
I took full advantage, parking at the church and heading straight to the flash which, for the first time in ages was full of ducks. I counted 303 Mallard, 49 Teal, five Wigeon and 42 Lapwings. Among the latter a pale bird stood out.
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| A leucistic Lapwing |
Also present were two Green Sandpipers. I strolled away and had just reached the pool when a sharp call stopped me in my tracks. A
Dunlin, the first this year. I scanned around and then heard it call again, much further away. Shortly afterwards it returned and I got a view as it circled the pool before continuing south.
The walk back produced about 30 Yellowhammers and a dozen Reed Buntings, and then a pair of Stonechats.
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| Stonechat |
The male was particularly showy. Back at the car I noticed a Mistle Thrush. They have been scarce again this summer, so it was worth a shot.
A very enjoyable little visit.
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