The grass fields to the east had been cut yesterday, this morning they were rowed up ready to be picked up for silage. This activity attracted the attention of 5 Red Kites, 4 Buzzards, a Kestrel, a Raven and 4 Lesser-black backed Gulls - all looking for food.
We also have quite a gathering of Jackdaws at the moment, no doubt many families, at least 150, maybe 200, most afternoons these fly very noisily over the village.
Misterton; a look here this morning produced 2 Spotted Flycatchers in different areas, so I suspect 2 pairs are Present. Soon, I hope to find some juveniles in the area. Other birds included lots of Goldcrest, Blackcap, Coal Tits, Nuthatch, Buzzard and a Red Kite.
Cotesbach landfill; rather uncomfortable this afternoon due to the heat. 4 Red Kites, 7 Lapwings, 3 Shelduck, 2 Sand Martins, several Buzzards, a Grey Wagtail and Swifts over.
A new bird for me here was a drake Pochard, sitting on a tiny islet preening itself.
Painted Lady, Meadow Brown and several Dragonflies were noted.
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