17th June Wednesday - rain first thing, 4mm, sunny intervals, light SW, becoming fresher pm, 22C

Willey;

We are seeing more Red Kites again, now breeding is coming to end end.

The Swallows have 3 young in the Stable nest.

Lilbourne Meadows; evening

The Lapwing flock has grown a little more to 38 now, plus a few dotted around the reserve in territories still.  Unfortunately, I have not yet seen any young here this year - yet.

A pair of Teal and eight Gadwall were showing, the ducks, including Mallards are showing signs of moulting now.  Three Oystercatchers. Single Little Egret.

Singing male Reed Bunting. A Kestrel over. Still Skylarks and Meadow Pipits on the rough meadows, also a female Linnet.