It was a very gloomy morning at Slimbridge but, even though we are between seasons with not so many birds around, our spirits were lifted with some exciting moments. We even heard our first willow warbler.
Avocet from the Rushy hide.Western marsh harrier high over the Rushy hideCommon crane on the Severn Estuary from the Estuary Tower hideCommon buzzard from the Estuary Tower hideEuropean robin with plenty of flies for company (or food?)Eurasian spoonbill from the Robbie Garnett hideEurasian spoonbill from the Robbie Garnett hideKingfisher from the Decoy hideKingfisher from the Decoy hideCollision avoidedKingfisher from the Decoy hide
Yesterday there was a little sunshine and I managed a few photos of garden birds in our garden.
Eurasian jay (from the dining room, in fact, as I fetched my camera)Eurasian jayBlue titEuropean goldfinchStarling
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7 responses to “1st April 2026 – WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire”
Wonderful sightings and captures! Great action shot with the swan and kingfisher!!
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Many thanks. Much appreciated.
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A lovely series. I love how our countries ‘share’ many birds. I admire your use of lighting, and the glimpse into the local habitat.
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Thanks, Takami.
Martin Tayler
Martin’s bird & nature blog: http://martinsbirdblog.com
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You got some great shots, Martin. I do love spoonbills.
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Very nice collection of images. You did manage to see quite a few birds on your visit. (Suzanne)
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Thanks very much. In winter it’s teeming with birds but about now it goes quiet before migrants stop on their journeys north.
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