This good weather is great for aphids, and having a greenhouse, I have for many years used the bright yellow traps which cause them and whitefly to form a close and lasting relationship. It was therefore with horror that this morning I discovered a freshly dead Blue Tit which was firmly stuck by wings, body and tail to the plastic strip. At this time of year the greenhouse vents are open and the bird must have made its way in, and perhaps tried to take the insects from the sticky trap. I've not heard of this happening before - does anyone know of precedents?
Last Saturday saw a successful "Beginner's Birdwatch" session at Llyn Coed-y-Dinas, put on by Montgomeryshire W.T.. Only 26 species recorded, but excellent views of the Reed Warblers, and a pair of Reed buntings right in front of the hide. Add that to perfect views of the Great Crested Grebe underwater as it torpedoed after the abundant fry, and distraction display by the Common Sandpipers and it was an interesting day. Thanks to MWT staff, Eley and Sandy who also spent time in the hide as we tried to remain hydrated given the heat of the day.
Notable Recent Sightings
29/05 | Pink-footed Goose | 1, over Welshpool, photo'd on 09/06 |
01/05 | Red-throated Diver | 1, Llyn Clywedog |
07/02 | Whooper Swan | 44, Lake Vyrnwy |
31/01 | Whooper Swan | 51, Haimwood, Llandrinio |
17/11 | Firecrest | 2, Castle Caereinion |
07/11 | Barnacle Goose | 1 among Canada Geese, Llyn Coed-y-Dinas |
07/11 | Hawfinch | a few, Lake Vyrnwy, also Bramblings |
01/11 | Short-eared Owl | 1, Cefn Coch Wind-farm |
01/11 | Great Grey Shrike | Gregynog |
28/10 | Great Grey Shrike | Lake Vyrnwy, also 1 on 30th at Eunant |
25/09 | Gannet | 1 juv grounded near Caersws |
07/09 | Nightjar | 1, photographed near Pontrobert |
17/07 | Quail | RSPB Lake Vyrnwy, also heard 20/06 and 08/07 |
24/04 | Long-eared Owl | 2, RSPB Lake Vyrnwy |
16/04 | Purple Heron | 1, Cors Dyfi |
05/03 | Firecrest | 1, Lake Vyrnwy |
05/03 | Short-eared Owl | 1, Lake Vyrnwy |
14/01 | Pink-footed Goose | 1, Dolydd Hafren |
03/01 | Waxwing | 20, Meifod; also 5 Welshpool by canal on 01/01. Last: 6 Bwlch-y-Garreg 17/03 |
See Sightings Archive for older records |
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