Farmoor interlude

28 Sept - I called into Farmoor this afternoon, and a Red-necked Grebe (2) was present giving good comparisons with Great crested Grebes (1), showing its dumpy profile and shorter reddish neck, with black cap and yellow-based bill (3-4). A very obliging Ringed Plover(5-8) was along the causeway together with 3 flighty Common Sandpipers. Photos JM.