An afternoon visit to Draycote reservoir was made, hoping for some Black Terns before Spring passage finishes, it was worth it as five were present out on the water with about 8 Common Terns. They were mobile and sometimes distant but with patience good views were had.
For those that know Draycote it is a pretty busy 'recreational' reservoir, especially on sunny days, yet it holds a good selection of passage and breeding birds. Today, during my walk round the water there was at least 4 Garden Warblers singing around the reservoir, no doubt the full survey would produce several more. Other warblers were also singing, so a good place to get to know your warbler songs and calls. During the walk I often got a face full of insects of one sort or another, getting in the eyes, nose and ears, a nuisance to me but the Swifts, House and Sand Martins and Swallows present were having a feast. Pied Wagtails nest around the rocky shores, and several were collecting food for their nestlings.
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