Ringing in the study area today saw a mixed bag of woodland / garden birds through out a bright but cold day. Species recorded – Blue Tits, Great Tits, Marsh Tit, Nuthatch, Wren, Treecreeper, Dunnocks, Blackbird and Robins. A number of new Robins were a surprise. Just under 30 birds.
Other sightings of note in / from the Study area included:- a flock of Lapwing (10 -15), approximately 10 Mandarins, 3 Buzzard, Siskin and Goldcrest. Plenty of Great Tit in song.
A number of small rodent seen in various areas.
Bluebells are starting to break through. Spring is just around the corner!