Wednesday, 4 June 2025

A breezy start to the morning with the wind increasing into the day. The highlight of the morning was the discovery of a singing Common Rosefinch at Nant, favouring the withy near Ty Capel (which has history for this species!). Despite singing relatively frequently, the bird proved to be incredibly elusive, only offering brief glimpses which confirmed it as plainer, younger bird. This species is almost annual with birds occurring in both spring and autumn. 
                                                     

On the other end of the spectrum, the male Red-backed Shrike discovered yesterday was performing very well in the Wetlands, moving from various fences and bushes, even heard to be singing at times. 

Red-backed Shrike (c) Steven Stansfield

Whilst looking for the Rosefinch, singles of Spotted Flycatcher, Blackcap and Chaffinch were also seen at Nant and it was pleasing to see broods of young birds around including some healthy fledgling Robins and a brood of Stonechats

Stonechat (C) Greg Lee


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