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Scarce or vulnerable species include but are not restricted to any species of wader, ducks other than mallard, all owls, any birds of prey, grey or yellow wagtails, grey heron, all grebes, Cetti’s warbler, water rail, willow tit, corn bunting etc. If in doubt, please ask.
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Newton Lake mega
Newton lake, male Ringed-necked Duck on the lake with tufted duck also 2 shelduck.
Peter.
Brilliant stuff Peter, now just make it stay until I get there tomorrow afternoon.
ReplyDeleteVery nice find Peter, again I hope it stays until tomorrow! Any photos?
ReplyDeleteDamian P
Photo thanks to Nick Isherwood...
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Wow! That's just stunning. I really hope it stays at least until tomorrow.
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Peter.
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