u3a walk. 59 species seen between us.
1 sparrowhawk, 1 possibly 2 kestrel
1 whooper swan flew out with 6 mute swans
Usual waders and gulls, except 1 common sandpiper photographed from the bridge over the Conder River.
2 mistle thrushes seen in the field immediately north of the Conder car park.
At least 4 different flocks of long-tailed tit, each 4 to 8 strong.
3 reed buntings
10+ snipe flying at high tide.
Are collared doves in decline? We seem to be seeing less and less of them. Only 1 seen on this walk, near the church.
Jeff B
