09/01/2019 Back to Pevensey Levels for Hen Harrier and Short-eared Owls.

Wednesday 9 January 2019
Horse Eye Level
East Sussex

I went back to the Pevensey Levels with Shaun, Bob and Sara.  I wanted to show them some of the wonderful birds I had seen last week. 

Unfortunately the area was the focus for a hunt using dogs.  Nevertheless the bids did show eventually, if somewhat further away than normal and not flying as much as before.

• The ringtail Hen Harrier showed first and gave us some excellent views over a substantial amount of time.
• At least 2 and probably 3 Short-eared Owls appeared after the hunting party left and we enjoyed good, if distant, views of them in flight and when they were perched on posts/mounds.

 

Pleased to share my birding joy with family and friends!