Arne RSPB - Tue 14 Feb

A trip down to Arne RSPB reserve today and a nice walk around although I failed to see much variety in the way of birds. The highlight was a flock of sixteen Spoonbill viewable from Shipstal Point, a bird that is almost expected when visiting Arne nowadays. I figure the tides were not quite right for waders, as just ten Black-tailed Godwits were seen (in flight as they passed overhead) and small numbers of Redshank and Curlew were noted. On the water a drake Goldeneye looked rather smart whilst back a the Visitor Centre there were some very obliging Siskins. None of the hoped for heathland specialities today, but I dare say I'll head down this way again!