Previously “Diary of a Birding Medic”; “Rugby Birder”; "Bempton Birder”. All views expressed in this blog are my OWN and do not represent the opinions or policies of any organisations or entities whatsoever with whom I have been, am now or will be affiliated. Reference to Bempton Cliffs in NO way promotes the organisation known as RSPB Bempton Cliffs, but rather the FREEdom of the cliffs.

Tuesday, 17 March 2015

WWT Ashlawn Cutting Reserve and Adjacent Farmland.

Marsh Marigold

I have never been a "patch birder" but I think that might change! Almost on my doorstep, I have the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust Reserve - Ashlawn Cutting and non-reserve surrounding farmland / set aside fields. This morning I walked (dog less!) around the area and I am certainly considering regular visits! It will also give me greater experience in non-bird wildlife, especially wild flowers, butterflies and insects. Bird sightings at end of post.

Bracket Fungus



Marsh Marigold






Robin



Long Tailed Tit




Flooded Paths



Frog Spawn


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Today's Bird Sightings:

 Jackdaw; Wood Pigeon; Collared Dove; Great Tit; Blue Tit; Black Headed Gull; Carrion Crow; Robin; Blackbird; Dunnock; LBB Gull; Common Gull; Goldfinch; Song Thrush; Starling; Magpie; Greenfinch; Pied wagtail; Wren; Chaffinch; Moorhen; Nuthatch; Rook; Mistle Thrush; Mallard; Blackcap (singing m); Green Woodpecker; Marsh Tit; Bullfinch; Long Tailed Tit; Great Spotted Woodpecker; Skylark; Raven (2 over); Yellowhammer; Reed Bunting; House Sparrow.
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