A Whimbrel was observed in Holes Bay South (on Asda Saltmarsh). Highlights from a midday visit to RSPB Lytchett fields included 3 Little Ringed Plover, 16 Shelduck, 6 Teal and a calls from an illusive Spotted Redshank. An Osprey (likely CJ7), 2 Marsh Harrier and a Hobby were logged over the Wareham channel, along with a small passage of Swallows.
Summer-plumage Black-tailed Godwit – Holes Bay – Holes Bay Nature Twitter Account (@BayHoles)
Whimbrel – Holes Bay South – Holes Bay Nature Twitter Account (@BayHoles)
Dartford Warbler – Upton Heath – Martin Adams
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