Ringing efforts on Nightjars are progressing well, despite the unusual year they are having and the late start we made on Nightjar ringing. Another pair of young ringed this morning bringing the total to 6 pulli ringed, 4 of which are now fledged with the other pair only a week or so from taking to the wing. Four adults have also been ringed. It has been difficult to relocate known nests, but we're refining the system for a smoother process next year when we start our efforts to establish Nightjar feeding areas away from the natal grounds.
Female and chicks, courtesy of PWL
Courtesy of PWL
All ringing and monitoring activities conducted under licence. Joint project with Natural England to safeguard Nightjar feeding grounds.
Total: 2
Nightjar pulli - 2