The fields are startling to dry out a little now and we made a final try for Water Pipits before they return to the summering grounds. Our efforts were to no avail. Although there were 5 birds present, the only catch was a Reed Bunting.
5M Reed Bunting
In such an open site, two panel nets are usually more effective than full height.
A definite case of 'less is more'.
Total: 1
Reed Bunting - 1
Later we saw a couple of wing tagged Marsh Harriers, but neither were close enough to be read.
No visit to Ken Hill is complete without a view
of one of the many Hares present.