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A flock of around 20 White-fronted Geese were
feeding in a nearby arable field and two Golden
Plover flew over.
After lunch most members travelled to Salcot for
a quick look at Old Hall Marshes. Three more
species of duck, Red-breasted Merganser,
Shelduck and Eider were added to the day's tally
and a rare sighting for the Blackwater was a
flock of 30 Knot. Other interesting species
included a ring tail Hen Harrier, Grey Plover,
and 2,000 Brent Geese. Twite flitted among
the sea walls and a Woodcock in full flight across
the marshes was an unusual bird for this habitat.
Altogether 57 species of bird were encountered -
a good total for four hours' birdwatching
IAN MISSELBROOK