An early morning wander to check on the recent gull influx at Millfield Lane, Bury Green where recently up to 100 mixed gulls have been congregating on the polo fields. Today, I took my scope after news of med, caspian and yellow legged gulls at Amwell but after a quick walk to the site: nothing, just 5 fly over lesser black backed, so off to Amwell.
En route I stopped in Cappell Street to see if the little owl was showing. Indeed it was, so a few snaps in, yet again, poor light. A most confiding owl which, as the photos show, kept its eye on me wherever I went. I tried to read the ring on its left leg, but this was not possible whilst I was there.
Following a very late breakfast at The Village Cafe, always excellent and served by the wonderous Tracii, I headed off to Amwell. Cold and grey and nothing from the viewing point to warm me up. Off to the James Hide where a solitary marsh tit put in a very brief appearance and a reed bunting was keeping busy in amongst the trees. A kingfisher shot over but very little else. As I headed back to the viewing point a couple of siskins called from the alders. On the drive home, I chanced upon a low red kite just before Wareside, but by the time I had found somewhere to park and then walked back it was too far over the fields for a worthwhile shot. However, pleased with the little owl photos, so a worthwhile trip. Hopefully, we shall have a sunnier day soon when the camera can operate at better speeds for a hand held set up.
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| great crested grebe with gadwall from the viewing point |
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| reed bunting |
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