Raptors and Geese at Castle Water
25th January 2007, ThursdayRaptors provided the main highlights from Castle Water this morning, a Hen Harrier (ringtail) and a male Sparrowhawk showed well from the hide. At the viewpoint a Marsh Harrier and female Sparrowhawk were seen. A Merlin also gave good views at the northern end of the pit. Geese grazing in the nearby fields included, 6 White-fronted, 289 Canada and 43 Greylag.