04/08/2012 Burton Mere Wetlands RSPB

Great Tit: I am now the Visitor Officer Intern for the RSPBs Burton Mere Wetlands Reserve, and I am made up!

Not only is this a great opportunity for me, but to work at such a fantastic reserve, a reserve which has had successful fledglings this year of over 40 Little Egrets many Avocet Redshank and 4 Spotted Flycatcher is brilliant.


A reserve in the heart of the Dee Estuary which is a strong hold for the elegant and stunning Black Tailed Godwit as it is estimated to have over 5000 individuals. It’s a reserve which is for ever changing and a reserve with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Yesterday there was 1 Ruff, 4 Spotted Redshank, Marsh Harrier, Hobby and 7+ Snipe.....superb!

Today the Spotted Redshank and Snipe where still around (one hour early morning) then 1 Little Stint on the RSPB owned Parkgate Marsh, off the Donkey Stand Flash.

COME DOWN AND SEE THIS STUNNING RESERVE AND WHAT IT HAS TO OFFER