As soon as I climbed up onto the reservoir wall at Covenham, the force of the northerly wind hit me. The temperature had also plummeted and was only 14C. My heart sank for the prospects of seeing the reported wryneck and my disappointment was confirmed on talking to other birders. It had been present at 6.00 last night but had gone at 6.30 this morning, The strong northerly was perfect for its onward migration. I may have been disappointed but not as much as the chap who had come from Cambridge!!
I persevered along the north wall where it had been seen just in case and found a single confiding golden plover. There were large numbers of swallows and house martins on the wing, presumably also preparing for migration. Pied wagtails were plentiful as were great crested grebes and coots were present in large numbers. Mallard and tufted duck were still in eclipse plumage.
Despite the disappointment it was good to be out.
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