Ringing has not been possible for a couple of days now, due to weather systems linked to Storm Noa that has been battering the south coast. We decided to go to Sculthorpe Moor and spend some time checking for any colour ringed Lapwing on the scrape. There now appear to be three pairs of nesting Lapwing with none of them carrying darvics. A pair of Redshank and two pairs of Little Ringed Plover were also seen.
Available space is at a premium with high water levels and interest from gulls, something new for 2023. We noted that a high proportion of Black-headed gulls present were hatched last year. There were also Lesser Black-backed gulls and Herring gulls showing interest. If the large gulls do nest, life will be difficult for the waders trying to raise broods.
A couple of pairs of Greylag have already started to nest, and from the activity observed on the scrape there will be further breeding attempts from other pairs.
