Cetti's Warbler and Otter

30th December 2020 – frosty start/sunny spells/showers V1
Notice
Please note that South Walney Nature Reserve remains open (1000-1600hrs) though the hides and visitor centre are closed to comply with social distancing measures.
Rarities
The Cetti's Warbler is still in residence, calling occasionally early morning amongst the reeds and scrub in the corner of Creephaw Marsh.
Grounded Migrants
A Woodcock provided a further hint of cold weather movement.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 22 Pink-footed Geese flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 380 pale-bellied birds and waders included 6 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
A Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Mammals
An Otter was seen mid-morning.