BELVIDE 17.8.24

 News received today included the 2 Garganey still at the west end, also 4 Wigeon. 8 Common Sandpiper and 2 Snipe were present. 3 Stonechat and a Hobby were off the west track. A Tree Pipit flew over at 9.15am. 24 Greenfinch from the car park was a noteworthy total. 12 Swift flew through early morning. 6 Little Egret were noted. This mornings ringing session produced 1 Redstart, 1 Grasshopper Warbler, 2 Lesser Whitethroat, 1 Whitethroat, 12 Chiffchaff, 6 Willow Warbler, 15 Reed Warbler, 9 Sedge Warbler and 13 Blackcap.