One Swallow was seen hawking insects today mostly around the Stable area and Parsons Close. Two Nuthatch, Chiffchaffs, Goldcrests and a Blackcap all put in an appearance this morning.
A visit to the local lake was most interesting this afternoon. Five Tufted Duck and a single male Wigeon were with the Mallards.
The Adult Mute Swans were encouraging the now full grown cygnets to fly by taking long flapping trips across the lake, the cygnets were clearly getting the idea. Soon to be off to some larger water or river for the winter.
Several Speckled Wood were dancing in the sunshine, and quite a few Dragonflies were dashing about, probably Migrant Hawkers. Several Ruddy Darters were making the most of the sun and warmth too.
The main surprise was to find a Stonechat sitting atop an Ash sapling next to the lake. This was a first winter female making its way south for the winter.
Back in the village a bat was whizzing about just before dusk, probably a Pipestrelle from our local colony in the Church.
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