The "Blackwits" are Back

Spring is here now and that is the time for the Black-tailed Godwit to be observed, having arrived from their breeding grounds in Iceland. Records show that they tend to locate in the same area of the UK each year. A small number of pairs do breed in UK.

Lodmoor is certainly a Reserve that receives a visit for quite a number. The ones I observed have lost their breeding plumage,  I may find some later with some such plumage.

Below is a pair of Canada geese. 

I get the impression that the male is having a lot to say and the female is totally nonplussed and continues to eat grass.😆

Mute Swans are always in attendance at the Reserve.

The images below are not great as the eye is not visable.

It is always good to observe a pair of Oystercatchers at Lodmoor.

A pair has taken up residence on one of the small islands along with Black-headed and Mediterrean gulls. 

As for the selection of a nesting spot, the Oystercatcher will nest where it likes.😎

The Inward migration of Chiffchaffs that fly South for the Winter is well underway.

The monotonous call can be heard already. The problem for getting a reasonable photograph at this time is not helped by the bird initally perching high up in tall trees. This will improve though when flycatching over water makes for a good opportunity.