An afternoon visit to Burton RSPB was rewarded almost immediately with views of the juvenile Spotted Crake that has been present throughout the week. On arrival, I met site warden Colin Wells, who promptly directed me to the bird. It emerged briefly from the reeds, showing well for a few seconds before slipping back into cover. Given that some observers had waited for hours, I was fortunate to connect with it so quickly.
Elsewhere on the reserve, nine Spoonbills were showing well in front of the reception hide, accompanied by an impressive gathering of around 200 Black-tailed Godwits and two Spotted Redshanks, rounding off an excellent visit.
9 Spoonbills
Spotted Redshank