Russian White-fronted Geese, Alkborough Flats

 

They were a field away from the path and we could just make them out as we walked down but the local farmer was driving about (as he always does) and flushed them all. Lucky that these few flew over our heads, the rest heading out to the river.  

6 Pintails from the hide but so far away

and a toad swam past !

Pintails and Goosanders

 

Still a few goosanders on our local river

Such a smart looking duck

Lesser Yellow Legs, RSPB Frampton Marsh

 

Finally got down to Frampton to see the long staying Lesser Yellow Legs. It has been here over 100 days so we are definately late to the party !  But just look at the views......stunning !  We didn't have to venture from the car park corner and it was right there infront of us and there was just us two. A cracking day on this reserve that is brilliantly managed  and was literally covered in birds. Would love to have it as our local patch ! 

Lots of Avocets from the 360 hide

and Pintails from the car park

Pintail and colour

A beautiful pintail with stunning water reflections. The sun played games with the water turning it many colours. Hope you enjoy these pics as much as we do.