The Osprey was last seen on 22nd October when it briefly circled over the lake before drifting to the north.

Enjoying a small bream

Not much else has changed on the patch with all the usual subjects being seen although seven Swallows were present on the 22nd.

Last weekend we went up to Norfolk to visit younger bruv and do some walking and birding.We visited a few reserves and did a bit of sea watching.

I took a few photos of a cracking Jack Snipe at Strumpshaw Fen:-

Jack Snipe-a little stunner

but always a little hidden!

    On the fen we also had some great views of  a Bittern which repeatedly flew between reed beds plus a Stonechat on one of the pathways,

My first Fieldfare of the autumn were seen this evening when I went down to fill the feeders.