Thursday, 27 March 2025

Carlton Marsh & Storrs Mill

Carlton Marsh
Not much to report as we were busy scrub bashing. However, 3 pairs of Shoveler, 2 Cormorants, a Dabchick and a Lapwing were on the scrapes (N. Lunn/CG).
 
Storrs Mill to Ardsley Viaduct (via the Dearne) 
Sand Martin (A. Vincent), Kingfisher, 2 Grey Wagtail, 2 Grey Partridge, 2 Cormorant, and a Mallard nest with 12 eggs.
Insects included 33 Peacock, 12 Small Tort. 16 Comma, 8m Brimstone, 3 Orange-tip, 1 Orange Underwing moth and 8 Dark-edged Bee Fly.  A pair of Grass snakes were mating (Chris Parkin).

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