March 2017

Quite an active month, which started with more Bohemian Waxwing in Southgate, this time 15 flying over; must be a waxwing winter!

Mid-month I went back to Tyttenhanger GPs and this time saw a site speciality Tree Sparrow near the farm; a veritable rarity these days but still hanging around at certain locations.

Later the same week I visited another new location, Sherrardspark Wood Nature Reserve, in an attempt to see Lesser Spotted Woodpecker. I was unsuccessful but enjoyed visiting a lovely old growth forest with some rolling vistas; a couple of Bullfinch made up for the lack of lesser spot.

I went back to Sherrardspark the next week, again dipping on lesser spot and firecrest, but saw some nice woodlad species, including two Sparrowhawk, while enjoying the early spring conditions.

Monday 13th, Tyttenhanger Gravel Pits, Hertfordshire, UK.

Friday 17th, Sherrardspark Wood Nature Reserve, Hertfordshire, UK.

Monday 13th, Sherrardspark Wood Nature Reserve, Hertfordshire, UK.