Otmoor Birding

Just one visit to the moor his weekend as the weather was so wet and grey on Saturday. Sadly there was no sign of the Bearded Tits in the reedbed but they might stll be there. It was very windy which makes birds keep their heads down and also makes it difficult to hear well. It is also a very extensive reedbed. It was quiet on the birdfront with perhaps just a few more Teal having arrived. One Green Sandpiper was seen. Several pairs of Stonechats are now resident for the winter. The most interesting and unusual sighting was three Crossbills that flew across the reserve from North to South and seemed to be heading for Noke Wood. This is only the second time that I have seen them on Otmoor. Massive progress is being made on the hide and even in its unfinished state the Lane is better to drive down than it has been for years.

Cheers Peter

A teal © Nigel Forrow