by Dominic | Oct 3, 2013 | Longham Lakes
2nd October A very interesting day at Longham Lakes, with the site’s 2nd Avocet swimming in the deep water of Longham Reservoir South this morning, close to the main island. Presumably it was stopping off on its way to Brownsea Island, where these birds winter....
by Dominic | Sep 3, 2013 | News
…so why not book a birding session with me in the next few months? All are welcome, but please pre-book by e-mail. FULL DAYS (10.30am-4pm) £15 per person. Tuesday 8th October – Pagham Harbour Friday 18th October – Calshot Spit, Hampshire Tuesday 22nd October –...
by Dominic | Aug 31, 2013 | News
My newest book is now out, and it’s a field guide ideal for beginners and improvers. Sales so far have been excellent, and you can order a signed copy from me to collect on a field trip. Cost: Just £16.99. You can also place an e-mail order using this website...
by Dominic | Aug 31, 2013 | Longham Lakes, News
28th August 2013 Bird ringing this morning was a dead loss, but there was a dead gain, too, with the finding of a juvenile Water Shrew, the first for Longham and the 26th mammal species to be recorded on site. For interest’s sake, the 26 species are: Grey...
by Dominic | Jul 30, 2013 | Longham Lakes
29 July 2013 Chris Parnell found a Wood Sandpiper this evening at Longham, seemingly commuting between the main island on Longham Reservoir South and the boat ramp at the east end of the causeway. Also at least 3 Common Sandpipers and 5 Lapwings. In the ne corner...
