Not so Grey Wagtails
29 Jan 2010
The Grey Wagtail reporting rate is slightly down on the previous two winters, a little unexpected given the numerous anecdotal reports we have received of this species over the last couple of weeks. Much more unexpected are a few Yellow Wagtail records that have come in recently. Whilst nothing is impossible it is extremely unlikely that this species, which winters in Africa, would have survived the recent severe weather, even if any had remained behind. If you'd like a free guide to wagtail ID, click here.
Collared Doves and Stock Doves have begun calling this week, presenting another potential pitfall as they can sometimes sound like a Cuckoo. A January Cuckoo would be incredible news so if you suspect you have heard one, try to record the sound.
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