Garganey - RSPB Saltholme

[IanF]

There seemed to be several around the reserve today. When I arrived one was in front of the Phil Stead Hide. It moved to the middle tank and then possibly the same bird on the fire station field.

Another was on the west pond close to Salthlome Hide and one on Back Saltholme.

[IanF]

Showing very well at the Phil Stead Hide this afternoon.

[IanF]

Female Garganey seen from the Phil Stead Hide this morning.

[IanF]

Better views of it this afternoon. I think it's an eclipse male with that pale grey forewing and red/brown markings.