10th February 2020

The weather consisted moderate/strong westerly winds, sunny intervals and heavy showers arriving prior to dusk; temperatures peaked at six degrees C. Thornwick Pools continued to host the long-staying Grey Phalarope; two Mute Swans and two Shelduck were also present. Nearby sightings included the Russian White-fronted Goose, two Pink-footed Geese, 85 Linnets, three Corn Buntings, 45 Yellowhammers and 30 Reed Buntings. 

Grey Phalarope, Thornwick Pools, by Alan Walkington