I spent a quiet hour or so in the sun today at Pett Level just opposite Toot Rock. There was not much happening a few gulls and a few terns fishing and then this Guillemot slowly passed by close in shore without a care for those persons who had chosen to take a swim.
October is probably the best time to search for Bearded Tits at Castle Water, recently a group of 11 birds have been regular infront of the hide and have given absolutely fantastic close views, additional groups of birds have been at the viewpoint and along the margins at the northern end of the main pit. Other highlights this morning included 2 Bittern, 55 Little Egret, Barn owl, Water Rail, several Cetti’s Warbler, Grey Wagtail and 45 Wigeon.
