RXwildlife Sightings

It is now a good time to see the chicks of many different waders on the reserve. Lapwing, Redshank, Ringed Plovers and Oystercatchers (below) are all possible from the hides where you can watch them in close-up.

Moth trap catches are picking up nicely now that the weather has warmed up somewhat. Last nights catch in the Lime Kiln Cottage, while not notable in terms of numbers (34 individuals from 14 species) did turn up a few interesting species. These included more individuals of the rare micro Ethmia bipunctella, a White Colon (pictured below), an uncommon species which feeds on a wide range of coastal plants, and the first specimens of Elephant Hawkmoth, Mullein Wave and Light Brocade.