Well, after all the excitement of Radipole I went for a quiet walk alongside the Reed beds at Lodmoor spending about 3/4 hour there before heading home. I’m pleased I did as there was certainly more bird life around and nice and close to take photos.
The stars for me were the Common Snipe showing well there were a few about with a group of six which are sometimes called a wisp, they were on a small island while some were wading, I never seen so many at a time.
There were also many Lapwings populating the small islands in the distance and luckily a couple were close by, enough to take images, such beautiful birds and interesting characters. Quite a few ducks about, Teal, Mallards Plus Canada geese, Moorhens, Gulls a Heron and many more. There were also a few Black Tailed Godwits, again close so I could easily watch and photograph them.
A short visit but worth it!
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Our u3a birdwatching group often to Lodmoor, and it is usually very rewarding. However, unlike you, we rarely see much at Radipole.
Jack
I was so lucky to see the Bearded Tits at Radipole, other wise there wasn’t too much about, I’ve found Lodmoor very good most times I’ve been there.