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1st April 2026 – WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire

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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 hide

Common crane on the Severn Estuary from the Estuary Tower hide

Common buzzard from the Estuary Tower hide

European robin with plenty of flies for company (or food?)

Eurasian spoonbill from the Robbie Garnett hide

Eurasian spoonbill from the Robbie Garnett hide

Kingfisher from the Decoy hide

Kingfisher from the Decoy hide

Collision avoided

Kingfisher 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 jay

Blue tit

European goldfinch

Starling

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7 responses to “1st April 2026 – WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire”

  1. Bay Photos By Donna Avatar
    Bay Photos By Donna

    Wonderful sightings and captures! Great action shot with the swan and kingfisher!!

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      martintayler

      Many thanks. Much appreciated.

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  2. T Ibara Photo Avatar
    T Ibara Photo

    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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    1. martintayler Avatar
      martintayler

      Thanks, Takami.

      Martin Tayler

      Martin’s bird & nature blog: http://martinsbirdblog.com

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  3. robbiesinspiration Avatar
    robbiesinspiration

    You got some great shots, Martin. I do love spoonbills.

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  4. Suzanne et Pierre Avatar
    Suzanne et Pierre

    Very nice collection of images. You did manage to see quite a few birds on your visit. (Suzanne)

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    1. martintayler Avatar
      martintayler

      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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