Nocton Fen, Lincolnshire. 20 December 2011

A visit to see the raptors today in the Nocton Fen and Wasps Nest area enabled great views of Short Eared Owls. In total 3 were observed as well as the following highlights: 1 Barn Owl, 1 Merlin, 4 Common Buzzard, 3 Hen Harrier (1 Ringtail, 2 Males), 1 Kestrel, 88 Mute Swan, 2 Bewick Swan, 1 Whooper Swan, 10 Fieldfare, 1 Redwing, 40 Goldfinch, 15 Red-legged Partridge and 43 Lapwing.


Some record shots were taken but it got too dark to get any of the Hen Harriers.