Wednesday 23 March 2011

22nd March 2011 per NBBR

From Rob H

At a quiet Manor Farm this evening, 15 Goosanders roosted, including 2ad males and 2imm males. Also 2 Oycs, 2 Shelduck and 1 Green Sand. With a scattering of waders in surrounding counties I thought the place might turn up trumps, but alas no. Still, early days yet, and with the way the site looks, it's only a matter of time.


Also 6 small bats, presumably Pipistrelle, and somewhat distantly, a much larger one, looked Noctule-sized. Paul, what large bats are out this early in the season?

Paul M replied

Your large bat does sound like a Noctule. With the milder weather and more insects in the air bat season is open. Had my first Common Pipistrelle over the back garden on Monday evening. Will start checking the local Noctule roost soon.


Regards Manor Farm, the farm/office buildings do house lots of bats. Next time you're back at The Manor have a look at the special bat boxes along the outside of the buildings above the foot path.

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