AlicaAlicante’s wetland wildlife wonderland excelled itself this morning. We think that, now the water levels have been raised, the authorities have done a great job. We noted that the level in the old hide was higher than a week ago. If it wasn't for Covid we would have been able to view birds during the spring migration and early summer. Now we can enjoy.
At the ‘dry hide’ the water level had receded exposing about 5 more metres of shoreline, but that had no effect on what we witnessed. The noise was loud as birds called in the distance. We saw a feeding frenzy with numerous species and birds moving onto different parts of the water and coming close to the hide.
Black-headed Gulls - 200 plus (at least) including juveniles - GaviotaReidora
Whiskered Terns - only a few, maybe they are on the move? - Fumarel Cariblanco,
Black-crowned Night Herons - we counted twelve including juveniles - Martinete Común
Purple Herons - not many, but good to see them before they go - Garza Imperial
Grey Herons - probably no more than five, but showing well - Garza Real
Squacco Herons. - difficult to count with flying and feeding - Garcilla Cangrejera
Cattle Egrets. - too numerous to count - Garcilla Bueyera
Little Egrets - too numerous to count - Garceta Común
Great White - just one to make a full house! - Garceta Grande
Little Bitterns. - constant moving and perching - Avetorillo Común
This was a spectacle that made our morning; one of the best, and with the water surface being constantly rippled by, we believe, shoals of small fish, that we thought created a frenzy of feeding. We stayed longer than we intended and it was worth it. I believe that Bryan’s photos will enhance my words.
We moved on to the large user-friendly hide where a bench clamp and scope are essential because of the expanse. Water levels still good here too.
On the way a Spotted Fly Catcher (Papamoscas Gris) perched on the roof of the hide, Bee-eaters (Abejaruca Común) flew and we had Sand Martins (Avión Zapador) over our heads. On the water we had three species of Grebe including Black-necked Grebe (Zampullin Cuellinegro). In the distance a Great-Reed Warbler (Carricero Torzal) called and a Reed Warbler (Carrucero Común) flew across our vision. Again we heard, saw flying, and perched before diving for food, Kingfisher (Martin Pescador). And again very good sightings and again posing the question have they remained and bred this summer in the ‘costa’s’ heat?
Among the reeds, at water level, a Liitle Grebe (. Was sitting on a nest. Not a first clutch we thought.
In the distance we had our usual gathering of Gulls, Herons and Egrets. Clot is some place to watch birds!
As we approached the old hide Sand Martins (Avión Zapador)were busy overhead and are they almost or on their way? Barn Swallows (Golondrina Común) were around and the odd House Martin (Avión Común) Swifts )Vencejo)were seen, but infrequent, and maybe like Monnegre they are on the move too.
This water yielded at least a dozen Marbled Ducks/Teal (Cerceta Pardilla) and they are a beautiful species. Several Shovelers (Cuchara Común) that seem to be resident. Luckily, another Kingfisher flew. Then a Turtle Dove (Tórtola Turca) flew and perched showing its very white tail feathers.
I have not listed all the birds, but what a great three hours. It was a lot more than worth it.nte’s wetland wildlife wonderland excelled itself this morning. We think that, now the water levels have been raised, the authorities have done a great job. We noted that the level in the old hide was higher than a week ago. If it wasn't for Covid we would have been able to view birds during the spring migration and early summer. Now we can enjoy.
At the ‘dry hide’ the water level had receded exposing about 5 more metres of shoreline, but that had no effect on what we witnessed. The noise was loud as birds called in the distance. We saw a feeding frenzy with numerous species and birds moving onto different parts of the water and coming close to the hide.
Black-headed Gulls - 200 plus (at least) including juveniles - GaviotaReidora
Whiskered Terns - only a few, maybe they are on the move? - Fumarel Cariblanco,
Black-crowned Night Herons - we counted twelve including juveniles - Martinete Común
Purple Herons - not many, but good to see them before they go - Garza Imperial
Grey Herons - probably no more than five, but showing well - Garza Real
Squacco Herons. - difficult to count with flying and feeding - Garcilla Cangrejera
Cattle Egrets. - too numerous to count - Garcilla Bueyera
Little Egrets - too numerous to count - Garceta Común
Great White - just one to make a full house! - Garceta Grande
Little Bitterns. - constant moving and perching - Avetorillo Común
This was a spectacle that made our morning; one of the best, and with the water surface being constantly rippled by, we believe, shoals of small fish, that we thought created a frenzy of feeding. We stayed longer than we intended and it was worth it. I believe that Bryan’s photos will enhance my words.
We moved on to the large user-friendly hide where a bench clamp and scope are essential because of the expanse. Water levels still good here too.
On the way a Spotted Fly Catcher (Papamoscas Gris) perched on the roof of the hide, Bee-eaters (Abejaruca Común) flew and we had Sand Martins (Avión Zapador) over our heads. On the water we had three species of Grebe including Black-necked Grebe (Zampullin Cuellinegro). In the distance a Great-Reed Warbler (Carricero Torzal) called and a Reed Warbler (Carrucero Común) flew across our vision. Again we heard, saw flying, and perched before diving for food, Kingfisher (Martin Pescador). And again very good sightings and again posing the question have they remained and bred this summer in the ‘costa’s’ heat?
Among the reeds, at water level, a Liitle Grebe (. Was sitting on a nest. Not a first clutch we thought.
In the distance we had our usual gathering of Gulls, Herons and Egrets. Clot is some place to watch birds!
As we approached the old hide Sand Martins (Avión Zapador)were busy overhead and are they almost or on their way? Barn Swallows (Golondrina Común) were around and the odd House Martin (Avión Común) Swifts )Vencejo)were seen, but infrequent, and maybe like Monnegre they are on the move too.
This water yielded at least a dozen Marbled Ducks/Teal (Cerceta Pardilla) and they are a beautiful species. Several Shovelers (Cuchara Común) that seem to be resident. Luckily, another Kingfisher flew. Then a Turtle Dove (Tórtola Turca) flew and perched showing its very white tail feathers.
I have not listed all the birds, but what a great three hours. It was a lot more than worth it. Alicante’s wetland wildlife wonderland excelled itself this morning. We think that, now the water levels have been raised, the authorities have done a great job. We noted that the level in the old hide was higher than a week ago. If it wasn't for Covid we would have been able to view birds during the spring migration and early summer. Now we can enjoy.
At the ‘dry hide’ the water level had receded exposing about 5 more metres of shoreline, but that had no effect on what we witnessed. The noise was loud as birds called in the distance. We saw a feeding frenzy with numerous species and birds moving onto different parts of the water and coming close to the Alicante’s wetland wildlife wonderland excelled itself this morning. We think that, now the water levels have been raised, the authorities have done a great job. We noted that the level in the old hide was higher than a week ago. If it wasn't for Covid we would have been able to view birds during the spring migration and early summer. Now we can enjoy.
At the ‘dry hide’ the water level had receded exposing about 5 more metres of shoreline, but that had no effect on what we witnessed. The noise was loud as birds called in the distance. We saw a feeding frenzy with numerous species and birds moving onto different parts of the water and coming close to the hide.
Black-headed Gulls - 200 plus (at least) including juveniles - GaviotaReidora
Whiskered Terns - only a few, maybe they are on the move? - Fumarel Cariblanco,
Black-crowned Night Herons - we counted twelve including juveniles - Martinete Común
Purple Herons - not many, but good to see them before they go - Garza Imperial
Grey Herons - probably no more than five, but showing well - Garza Real
Squacco Herons. - difficult to count with flying and feeding - Garcilla Cangrejera
Cattle Egrets. - too numerous to count - Garcilla Bueyera
Little Egrets - too numerous to count - Garceta Común
Great White - just one to make a full house! - Garceta Grande
Little Bitterns. - constant moving and perching - Avetorillo Común
This was a spectacle that made our morning; one of the best, and with the water surface being constantly rippled by, we believe, shoals of small fish, that we thought created a frenzy of feeding. We stayed longer than we intended and it was worth it. I believe that Bryan’s photos will enhance my words.
We moved on to the large user-friendly hide where a bench clamp and scope are essential because of the expanse. Water levels still good here too.
On the way a Spotted Fly Catcher (Papamoscas Gris) perched on the roof of the hide, Bee-eaters (Abejaruca Común) flew and we had Sand Martins (Avión Zapador) over our heads. On the water we had three species of Grebe including Black-necked Grebe (Zampullin Cuellinegro). In the distance a Great-Reed Warbler (Carricero Torzal) called and a Reed Warbler (Carrucero Común) flew across our vision. Again we heard, saw flying, and perched before diving for food, Kingfisher (Martin Pescador). And again very good sightings and again posing the question have they remained and bred this summer in the ‘costa’s’ heat?
Among the reeds, at water level, a Liitle Grebe (. Was sitting on a nest. Not a first clutch we thought.
In the distance we had our usual gathering of Gulls, Herons and Egrets. Clot is some place to watch birds!
As we approached the old hide Sand Martins (Avión Zapador)were busy overhead and are they almost or on their way? Barn Swallows (Golondrina Común) were around and the odd House Martin (Avión Común) Swifts )Vencejo)were seen, but infrequent, and maybe like Monnegre they are on the move too.
This water yielded at least a dozen Marbled Ducks/Teal (Cerceta Pardilla) and they are a beautiful species. Several Shovelers (Cuchara Común) that seem to be resident. Luckily, another Kingfisher flew. Then a Turtle Dove (Tórtola Turca) flew and perched showing its very white tail feathers.
I have not listed all the birds, but what a great three hours. It was a lot more than worth it.
Black-headed Gulls - 200 plus (at least) including juveniles - GaviotaReidora
Whiskered Terns - only a few, maybe they are on the move? - Fumarel Cariblanco,
Black-crowned Night Herons - we counted twelve including juveniles - Martinete Común
Purple Herons - not many, but good to see them before they go - Garza Imperial
Grey Herons - probably no more than five, but showing well - Garza Real
Squacco Herons. - difficult to count with flying and feeding - Garcilla Cangrejera
Cattle Egrets. - too numerous to count - Garcilla Bueyera
Little Egrets - too numerous to count - Garceta Común
Great White - just one to make a full house! - Garceta Grande
Little Bitterns. - constant moving and perching - Avetorillo Común
This was a spectacle that made our morning; one of the best, and with the water surface being constantly rippled by, we believe, shoals of small fish, that we thought created a frenzy of feeding. We stayed longer than we intended and it was worth it. I believe that Bryan’s photos will enhance my words.
We moved on to the large user-friendly hide where a bench clamp and scope are essential because of the expanse. Water levels still good here too.
Alicante’s wetland wildlife wonderland excelled itself this morning. We think that, now the water levels have been raised, the authorities have done a great job. We noted that the level in the old hide was higher than a week ago. If it wasn't for Covid we would have been able to view birds during the spring migration and early summer. Now we can enjoy.
At the ‘dry hide’ the water level had receded exposing about 5 more metres of shoreline, but that had no effect on what we witnessed. The noise was loud as birds called in the distance. We saw a feeding frenzy with numerous species and birds moving onto different parts of the water and coming close to the hide.
Black-headed Gulls - 200 plus (at least) including juveniles - GaviotaReidora
Whiskered Terns - only a few, maybe they are on the move? - Fumarel Cariblanco,
Black-crowned Night Herons - we counted twelve including juveniles - Martinete Común
Purple Herons - not many, but good to see them before they go - Garza Imperial
Grey Herons - probably no more than five, but showing well - Garza Real
Squacco Herons. - difficult to count with flying and feeding - Garcilla Cangrejera
Cattle Egrets. - too numerous to count - Garcilla Bueyera
Little Egrets - too numerous to count - Garceta Común
Great White - just one to make a full house! - Garceta Grande
Little Bitterns. - constant moving and perching - Avetorillo Común
This was a spectacle that made our morning; one of the best, and with the water surface being constantly rippled by, we believe, shoals of small fish, that we thought created a frenzy of feeding. We stayed longer than we intended and it was worth it. I believe that Bryan’s photos will enhance my words.
We moved on to the large user-friendly hide where a bench clamp and scope are essential because of the expanse. Water levels still good here too.
On the way a Spotted Fly Catcher (Papamoscas Gris) perched on the roof of the hide, Bee-eaters (Abejaruca Común) flew and we had Sand Martins (Avión Zapador) over our heads. On the water we had three species of Grebe including Black-necked Grebe (Zampullin Cuellinegro). In the distance a Great-Reed Warbler (Carricero Torzal) called and a Reed Warbler (Carrucero Común) flew across our vision. Again we heard, saw flying, and perched before diving for food, Kingfisher (Martin Pescador). And again very good sightings and again posing the question have they remained and bred this summer in the ‘costa’s’ heat?
Among the reeds, at water level, a Liitle Grebe (. Was sitting on a nest. Not a first clutch we thought.
In the distance we had our usual gathering of Gulls, Herons and Egrets. Clot is some place to watch birds!
As we approached the old hide Sand Martins (Avión Zapador)were busy overhead and are they almost or on their way? Barn Swallows (Golondrina Común) were around and the odd House Martin (Avión Común) Swifts )Vencejo)were seen, but infrequent, and maybe like Monnegre they are on the move too.
This water yielded at least a dozen Marbled Ducks/Teal (Cerceta Pardilla) and they are a beautiful species. Several Shovelers (Cuchara Común) that seem to be resident. Luckily, another Kingfisher flew. Then a Turtle Dove (Tórtola Turca) flew and perched showing its very white tail feathers.
I have not listed all the birds, but what a great three hours. It was a lot more than worth it. On the way a Spotted Fly Catcher (Papamoscas Gris) perched on the roof of the hide, Bee-eaters (Abejaruca Común) flew and we had Sand Martins (Avión Zapador) over our heads. On the water we had three species of Grebe including Black-necked Grebe (Zampullin Cuellinegro). In the distance a Great-Reed Warbler (Carricero Torzal) called and a Reed Warbler (Carrucero Común) flew across our vision. Again we heard, saw flying, and perched before diving for food, Kingfisher (Martin Pescador). And again very good sightings and again posing the question have they remained and bred this summer in the ‘costa’s’ heat?
Among the reeds, at water level, a Liitle Grebe (. Was sitting on a nest. Not a first clutch we thought.
In the distance we had our usual gathering of Gulls, Herons and Egrets. Clot is some place to watch birds!
As we approached the old hide Sand Martins (Avión Zapador)were busy overhead and are they almost or on their way? Barn Swallows (Golondrina Común) were around and the odd House Martin (Avión Común) Swifts )Vencejo)were seen, but infrequent, and maybe like Monnegre they are on the move too.
This water yielded at least a dozen Marbled Ducks/Teal (Cerceta Pardilla) and they are a beautiful species. Several Shovelers (Cuchara Común) that seem to be resident. Luckily, another Kingfisher flew. Then a Turtle Dove (Tórtola Turca) flew and perched showing its very white tail feathers.
I have not listed all the birds, but what a great three hours. It was a lot more than worth it.
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