I haven't visited these two sites for a long time due to being on nights at work, but I called in today and spent a few hours birding. The weather really deteriorated whilst walking around, but a good number of birds were seen. Acre Nook held good numbers of Shoveller and Teal, and at least 100 Greylag Geese.
Shoveler
Greylag Goose
14 Goosanders were sitting out on the Acre Island along with a Green Sandpiper.
Goosander
Moving on to Lapwing Hall Pool, there were well over 120 Wigeon present along with 4 Gadwall. 6 Buzzards were also seen, along with another Green Sandpiper.
Wigeon
Gadwall
Only one Black-necked Grebe could be found, and it looks like the other bird has now departed. This year has been a good year on the Lapwing Hall pool for this species, with at least 8 individual birds.
Black-necked Grebe
A single Pochard was also seen flying into the centre of the pool.
Pochard
A good few hours birding and nice to be back around the two sites, but due to work and lack of daylight, my birding will be limited until January when I get back on day shifts.
