It turned out to be a cracking session what with the great weather and 3 tasty birds, one of which was a lifer for me in the UK.
First stop was Broomhill Flash for the Red-necked Phalarope. We got onto this bird within a couple of minutes in part due to the helpfulness of 2 locals locked onto it with their telling scopes. The bird always remained at distance as this photo shows and seemed to use BHGs as it's guardian.
We then moved on to Old Moor and were lucky enough for another local birder coming into the hide and mentioning a Mediterranean Gull in among the BHG hordes. Dave got onto this one with his scope and we were able to see the jet black head, white eye ring and deep red bill with absolute clarity; an unexpected bonus most appreciated.
We knew about the Glossy Ibis from the internet and just followed the crowd so to speak. Hiding at first this British personal first crept out of it's lair to feed more openly and allow a few acceptable photos.
Other players: Gadwall, Pochard, Tufted Duck, Shoveler, GC Grebe, Sand Martin, Oystercatcher, Lapwing LBBG, Bullfinch, Tree Sparrow, Reed Warbler.
