26th Dec - sunny, light SW, 8C

I visited Pitsford reservoir reserve this afternoon, the water level is quite low with much shore visible, this is surprising being the winter period when it should be full.

Around the shore there were a number of Lapwing, and one Redshank was near the dam. There was a good number of Wigeon on the water, as well as other common duck including Goldeneye, although I did not see any Shoveler,

Three or more Little Egrets were visible and several grey heron, but best of all was four Great White Egrets together in one bay.  To think that only a few years ago this species was a rare visitor to the UK.

A couple of Buzzards and Sparrowhawk were flying over the woods next to the shore.  In the feed station thicket there were Tree Sparrow, Yellowhammer, Chaffinch and a few Redwing and Fieldfare.