Today we started off at Aber Falls, where Black Redstart and Pied Flycatcher had been reported the previous day. The habitat is that of mixed deciduous woodland giving way to scrub at higher levels. The area is home to a huge variety of birds including Green and Great Woodpeckers, Willow Tit, Ring Ouzel, Dipper and Grey Wagtail. Sadly we saw absolutely NOTHING! Although it was clear to see the habitat was ideal for all these species. After an hour or so we decided to leave. The main problem we had was lack of time (and experience). The area was vast and trying to find Black Redstart and Pied Fly would take time, patience and an experienced birder with a good ear for calls.
We set off to see the Glaslyn Osprey and stopped off at Lon Cob NNR on the way. It's a nice little place with a few reedbeds and a boardwalk running through. Plenty of Chiffchaff here!
We set off to see the Glaslyn Osprey and stopped off at Lon Cob NNR on the way. It's a nice little place with a few reedbeds and a boardwalk running through. Plenty of Chiffchaff here!
We arrived at Pont Croesor visitor centre, home of the Glaslyn Osprey Project to find it closed (it opens on Monday 21st April). Luckily someone turned up who had been before and pointed us in the direction of the Osprey. They were just visible with the bins but the scope gave good views. There was a path that I presume led closer to the birds but we decided to keep our distance and drive around the edge of the valley. We found a good spot and watched from the road with a flask of coffee. At one point the nest was mobbed by Corvids. One went up to defend then the other joined. Fabulous to watch. Order returned and what we think was the female sat on the perch and gave great views preening (and pooping)!
Other species seen: Linnet, Song Thrush, Blackcap, Wren and Grey Heron.
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