Reed Bunting

The Reed Bunting is often observed around the pathways of Radipole Lake, Weymouth.

I found these two males on a path and they were picking up small gravel which they use in their stomach to grind the seeds they eat. Radipole has many acres of Reeds and at this time the seeds are readily available.

The Reed Bunting is currently classified as 'Amber' on the UK Red List of concern.