While watching the gull roost on Hollingworth this afternoon my attention was caught by the behaviour of a female Goosander.At first I thought the bird was unwell,
floating flat on the water for periods up to 3-4 minuets.There were some 18 0r so male Goosanders scattared about the lake among the ice...
i have a bad habit that i must break before i crash, is it only me or do we all bird watch while driving?
i actually almost forgot i was driving today while i was trying to indentify a passing bird, i was not thinking about driving at all, i was actually thinking "Damn i wish my binoculars were not in...
6th Jan 1500-1615 Trudge through virgin snow the reach the canal to find a feast of wildfowl. Counted the hugh raft of Tufted Ducks four times to confirm record numbers. An incredible 452 birds present (previous best 333, 4th Jan 2009) plus 26 Canada geese,18 Gadwall,16 Mallards,12 Pochard,8 Teal,...
Had the wintering female Green Woodpecker along the `old course` valley again
today despite the felling of its favourite poplar trees, in the name of progress.
Also GS Woodpecker in the valley plus Kingfisher & 82 Teal on the river.
M.S.Canal
52 Tufted ducks, single Gadwall, pair of GC Greb...
After seeing a "large Crow" perched on one of wigans tallest chimneys while driving to work for the past few days, today the penny finally dropped, Pair of Ravens have built a substantial nest on the town hall chimney. side facing the demolished baths. the site is inaccessable and the only...
Just wondering after struggling into work this morning at 6.30for the 3rd day,last 2 days walked as the roads are a nightmare If all birders are mad?why would someone who is warm at home..,seeing the news with people abandoning cars etc,then set out for penny flash to birdwatchI know more than anyone...
Watergrove,110 Pinkfoot NW 1105hrs,1 Woodcock,1 male Goldeneye,9 Teal.
Over the last couple of weeks I have noticed a large movement of Jackdaw flying in a Westerly direction. I decided to count them this evening, between 1530hrs and 1630hrs 291 passed over two large flocks then a few small group...
Permits for the above will shortly be due for renewal.As there is a waiting list for this site could I please ask all the people who have a permit and don't use them(You know who you are),not to renew them,and give a chance to people who would use them and also benefit the site by giving it more coverage.
Anyone (Ian!!) know why I cant edit my own posts after a couple of days. As I usually type in hast I'm prone to more than the odd mistake and its nice to be able to edit them, but when I try to post the edited version it says I dont have permission
Went for a very muddy stroll!
10.20-13.10
woodpigeon
blackbird
robin
rooks
blue tits
great tits
wren
coal tits
mallard
tufted ducks
firecrest
goldcrest
siskins
treecreepers
heard a Tawny owl
collared doves
goldfinch
house sparrows
Found easier access route from Arnfiel...
Heading up towards Rostherne and then into GM tomorrow. Anyone care to PM a site for Grey Partridge I could try? Missed them altogether last year - the only one I saw was in Sweden.
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I've read in the local paper that United Utilities are replacing sewer overflow points in Dukinfield and Stalybridge to help prevent sewage litter being released into the river. Definitely a good thing This will start in April this year and last until summer next at various locations in Dukinfield...
2 Taiga Bean Geese flew over Hindley Green and landed on Westlake very briefly. They then took off and flew in the direction of the Wigan Flashes which will be checked shortly. (Information from Andy Makin)
A Shore Lark was found around 4pm today (30th Jan) just east of Over Hulton, Bolton. At the junction of Rosemary Lane and the A6 (just west of junction 4 of the M61) follow the footpath south and through Adises Farm, continue along and the Shorelark was on the top of the obvious large spoil heap to the east...
I know there's a 'dedicated'thread elsewhere but I couldnt find it - I'm sure Ian will be able to move this one if needed. Definitely 1 (possibly 2) Ravens around the Home Supporters car park at the DW Stadium. The car park is the dirt area opposite the Robin Park arena. One was perched on top of the lights...
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I found a Signet this morning at Ince Moss. I think he had a stomach infection because I found him walking on the canal on Friday and he was sick. Last few days hes been looking weak and lathargic. He doesn't have a tag on, and I don't know who to contact to have him remove...
Just a quick plug - if you're stuck for something to do on Saturday with the kids get down to Chorlton Water Park where the lovely rangers and the nice RSPB will be hosting a BGBW event - lots of info and stickers for kids.
There are other events aroound the region too so check out the website www.rspb.or...
I really love the Hen Harrier. I saw my first one (ringtail) about 15 years ago at Risley Moss one frosty January and it was a close up view as well. It came right up to the hide by the moss and stayed all day where good views could be had from the tower hide as it quartered the moss. Since then I have seen them in...
Is it ok for us all to keep feeding the ducks and geese bread?
i heard one Rspb guide coming up with some technical reason for why we should not be feeding bread to the birds, we all know in winter when food is scarce then any food is food but is it actually bad for them or the water?
i went to Longton Brick...
Cetti's warbler in bush by the car park at St Ives Station.--Showing really well[ and bloody typical did'nt have my camera with me!]-------Incidentally,it was a bit surreal, but exciting, to sit on the seafront sharing a cornish pasty with Turnstones!
