A new month but similar weather. Sunny at first, then cloudy, and a freshening south-westerly breeze. Chilly.
Dave and I slogged round the patch with very little to show for our efforts. The Sedge Warbler that has been singing at the Dragonfly Ponds has finally decided to show himself.
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| Sedge Warbler |
A Peregrine, the usual adult, was visible on one of the pylons. New arrivals today concerned an additional Shelduck, the new one being a drake on the main pool, while a pair remained in the flash field with a Little Ringed Plover, a handful of Lapwings, and a Redshank. The four Wheatears seen comprised one male and three females.
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| The new Shelduck |
As the wind became stronger we gained some respite by walking through the sheltered Stapenhill Wood, but only saw the expected Chiffchaffs, Blackcaps, Treecreeper, Bullfinches, and other even commoner species.
Warmer weather is forecast for later in the week, so hopefully the wildlife watching will improve.
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