28th Feb - touch of frost last night, cloudy morning, sunny spell pm, 7C, but cool light/fresh NE wind

I visited the local reservoir this afternoon, several Mallard pairs were present, whilst Goldeneye (c20) and Goosander (9) were all very actively displaying and after the females.

About 25 Pochard, c10 Gadwall and numerous Tufted Duck were present, an estimated 150 Wigeon were taking it easy, some feeding on the dam and 38 Greylag and 2 Canada Geese were loathing on the water.

Two Grey Herons were fishing around the edge and 12 Cormorants were fishing or sitting in the trees.  A Water Rail was heard in the reed bed.

Two male Grey Wagtails were at the out flow one singing and disputing territory with the other.  A pair of Long-tailed Tits and Bullfinch were in the bushes.  At the feed station a good number of Tree Sparrow were feeding, maybe 50, only 1 Fieldfare was seen though. A Buzzard frequently called and flew over the reservoir.

A newly fruiting fungus was spotted, not sure on the species, need to check it out further.  This fungus is probably the Liberty Cup, also known as Magic Mushroom due to their effects, it is a common species.