For our stroll, this morning, Bruno and I went out onto Minster Marshes because we weren't likely to encounter any other dog-walkers. Binos, camera kit close to hans, and a note book in my pocket we took a very leisurely meander around the area knowing that all interesting sightings would be passed on to the "Save Minster Marshes" database. Yellowhammers and Corn Bunting duly obliged, as did a displaying male Marsh Harrier and a surprise Little Grebe on one of the drains. Two pairs of Stonechats were also encountered along the way and we also flushed a pair of Grey Partridges just before stumbling upon the Tree Sparrow flock again.
The absolute minimum count was thirty-one individuals and there might have been many more because they were extremely flighty and, hence, difficult to count. Once again I am indebted to the technology within my Canon set-up, which allowed me to obtain images which are far superior to anything I've achieved previously.
There is a very noticeable increase in Skylark numbers, and activity, around the area so all in all, a very enjoyable morning's wander.
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