Although I had planned to go for a walk taking in Weldon, Deenethorpe and Deene my brother came up with a less strenuous plan that involved going over to Barnwell and looking for otters. We failed in our ottery mission but managed to find a few bits and bobs to look at.
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| Drake Mandarin and Marsh Tit. |
Dull conditions prevailed but they served only to provide a contrast with the gaudy colours of a drake Mandarin Duck. He and his female companion were the first that I've seen in the park for a while. Other highlights included a single Redpoll and Marsh Tit though the park was getting increasingly busy which resulted in an early departure.
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| Robin and Wren. |
Near to the marina a Water Rail was vocal and I even managed to catch a glimpse as it moved through waterside vegetation. Grey Herons, kites and a Buzzard were also seen along the river but overall it was a little on the quiet side. Our attempt to find Peregrine on the church sadly failed and so we returned to Corby.
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| Reed Bunting and pony. |
My brother was kind enough to drop me off at Willowbrook Industrial Estate and I managed to find the pair of Stonechats that are wintering here. A few Redwings were also seen and I found the leucistic Carrion Crow that has been frequenting the Steel Road area of the estate. Time was by now moving on and a prior appointment meant that I had to return home.
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| Stonechat and Carrion Crow. |
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