Sunday, 26 July 2026

Week beginning 26th July

 Sunday 26th July

Into Welney this morning to finish of a job. Having done the deed I wandered over to the Main Hide for a little birding. On the main pool were two, then three Green Sandpiper and a single Wood Sandpiper showing very well indeed. It was a shame that I hadn't brought my camera! Also on the pool were a number of Ruff, Avocet and a single Black-tailed Godwit.

Nelson-Lyle had nothing on it and was dry although the pump is on. Hopefully it will be more attractive shortly. Lyle Hide a good sized flock of Ruff, a single Avocet and two Lesser Blacked-backed Gull. Friend's was dry and empty of bird life.

A group of eleven Little Egret were on the far side of the reserve by one of the herds of cattle.

Full sightings list here: https://ebird.org/checklist/S376598307