Roger, Mark, Angela, Val and Ezio joined me on the Area 2 walk this morning. We clocked up an impressive 37 species. Val had to turn back at the half way point and missed three of our highlights! Two Egyptian Geese sitting on the fence by the Morley Farm pond, a stunning Red Kite perched in a dead tree bathed in bright sunlight and a Stonechat as we approached Wantley. We had already got good views of Goldcrest, noisy Nuthatch and Great Spotted Woodpecker. Overall we saw over 20 Song Thrushes plus Redwing and Mistle Thrush. Dunnock were singing everywhere along Furners Lane and Blue Tits proliferated. A lovely dry morning as well!
Nigel Colgate, 14th January 2025