It was nice to see two Great White Egrets at Tichfield Haven on Thursday. Although they were on the far side of the reserve I was able to get some pictures, they are large birds about the same size as a Grey Heron.
UK breeding:8-12 pairs
UK wintering:72 birds
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The UK’s largest snake, and harmless the grass snake, is found of wetland habitats, but can also be found in dry grasslands. During the summer, grass snakes can be spotted basking in the sun. Often seen near ponds or swimming in the water looking for one of their favourite meals “frogs”!
Grass snakes are greenish in colour, with a yellow and black collar, pale belly, and dark markings down the sides. The females are bigger than males.
Today we were lucky enough to see this fine grass snake enjoying the sun at Titchfield Haven.
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Pair of mating Common Darter dragonflies at Titchfield Haven
Around this time of year on our local beaches Wheatears start to appear. This bird was near Meon Shore this morning at Titchfield Haven. It will have bred in the north of the UK and is on passage back to central Africa for the winter.
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Black-tailed Godwits at Tichfield Haven.
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Continued Reflections from my World. 