Saturday morning was cold with skeins of ice on the puddles on the track. The wind was blowing. at 22k and warm wind proof clothing was required. The usual culprit ensconced himself in the corner of the hide as usual, but I was soon joined by some great people. We had fun and still watched and saw the birds.
The Spotted Eagle (Moteada) flew and dropped into the vegetation with numerous Marsh Harriers paying it close attention. In fact we had very good showing of these birds. A Merlin flew across and I had a good view of my bogey bird. Later in the distance what we thought was an Osprey showing all black and white was a finely marked male light morph Booted. It landed and we all had good views of it.
On the water were seen two Wigeon and several Pintails. Dunlin flew around as did Black-tailed Godwits, Lapwings, and Dunlin. Very close attention was paid to the flying Lapwings as the flock could contain a Sociable Plover/Lapwing. Eagle eyed Mr Bryan Thomas saw it and for those left behind for the final few minutes we had an excellent sighting within the stationary flock.
This was terrific way for our few hours within El Hondon. The wind prevented good sightings of smaller species and I have not listed everything.
It always good to meet friendly liked minded birders who were a pleasure to be with. Thanks for your company. Some of us are in next week too.
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