Stint with Ringed Plover snapped by Vern Wright
Stint on far side of the Flashes
I hadn't been in a mad rush to get to Upton Warren to see their own Temmincks's Stint (after such a recent observation at Clifton) however a cancelled appointment gave me time to visit on Thursday afternoon.
The bird was quickly located by one of the LRP cages allowing some very nice views. It was very interesting to note the size compared to the other waders present such Ruff and Ringed Plover. The Temminck's Stint then took flight to the far side where as a work party we worked hard last winter.
The bird arrived had on Monday 15th September and lasted a record seven days before being taken by a hungry Sparrowhawk. A sad end to a great bird at Worcestershire premium reserve.
Thanks as always to Vern for the superb image. It was good to hear that he had been approached to supply images to one of the major birding magazines. Great to see this local photographer get some over due recognition on a wider scale.
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