Steart

5 Dec - Morning rain gave way to brighter conditions and showers. After some waiting, I had good views of the Eastern Yellow Wagtail that had been found here a couple of weeks previously. this race tschutschensis has been split from Yellow Wagtail. It certainly has a distinctive call, reminiscent of Citrine. After being elusive, it perched along the fenceline and then fed at close quarters. A British tick for me. Also seen, a female Merlin unsuccessfully pursuing a Meadow Pipit. Male Marsh Harrier seen distantly, and a good selection of the commoner waders. Apex Park in Burnham en route home gave amazing views of the Tundra Bean Goose that has taken up residence there with the waterfowl that come to food from the public. Definitely my closest ever views of this species!The day rounded off with a Barn Owl at dusk at Blakehill.