Teesmouth Bird Club

Hi all,
I just wanted to let people know that I was out at Greenabella Marsh today undertaking an ecological survey and I discovered the resident mute swan dead in the reed of the large pond nearest the A178. The swan was in perfect condition but deceased. I did examine it to check for any signs it had been shot but it was feather perfect with no sign of blood or wounds. I am not sure whether it could have been old age, illness or poisoning, or something else? However, in line with government guidance it has been reported in case of avian flu. I just wanted to inform you all in case you go and have heard/seen anything, or have any information regarding the dead swan.
Thanks, Lauren

Hi all, I am not sure how rare/unusual it is to see green woodpeckers in our area, however, I've never seen one in this area, only down south so I thought I would mention it. I have observed it on the land behind Wynyard Avenue, near to the coniferous forest area. The woodpecker was calling and flying, landed in the trees. I am 100% certain on the species Unfortunately I did not get a photograph of it  

Hi Ian,
Thank you for replying. I have had contact from Eric Wood from Tees Ringing Group about ringing waders at Greatham Creek and North Gare area, I am actually from Billingham so this area is more convenient for me.
Thanks again,
Lauren

Hi everyone,
I've been lurking in the forum for a while, mainly reading the posts, sorry for not being more active before now!
I am hoping for some assistance if possible? I am a trainee ringer with Steve Norman over in Marske area and have been training now for two years. I work full time as an animal management lecturer and have two kids so struggle to get out ringing as much as I would like (otherwise I'd be out much more frequently!). I have experience in ringing a range of passerines and birds of prey from mist nets and as pulli from nest boxes.
I have been speaking to Steve about getting experience in a wider range of birds, particularly waders/waterfowl, as I have not had any experience with those at all (except a singular moorhen that flew into the mist net!). He suggested that I ask Tees Ringing group or South Cleveland Ringing group if anyone would be able to take me out for some experience, however, I couldn't find the details on the BTO website. Could anyone point me in the right direction or assist me in any way please?
King regards,
Lauren

Just beautiful Mike! Shane I wasn't there to see it for myself!
Lauren

Wow what a great looking grey squirrel Mike! I will keep my eyes open next time I'm over Errington for it. Lauren

Beautiful photos of a stunning bird. Do you know if it's still around?

Lovely shots Mike, I must get up there!