We booked the nice weather for our winter bird walk – our first
wildlife event of the year - and it arrived just on time! Our nine guests were able to appreciate our
grounds in their full splendour, with stunning views across the estuary and as
far as Worms Head and Llanelli.
The clear skies meant ideal hunting conditions
for buzzards, and we were treated to a constant aerial display from these big raptors,
including some territorial disputes with crows. We used the brilliant
‘Birdvoice’ gadget to play bird songs in the woods, and attracted some replies
from our resident birds, which at this time of year are just getting ready to
establish territories and nests. On leaving the woods we watched oyster
catchers and lapwings on the marsh, and meadow pipits flitting about on the
sand dunes.
A good time was had by all, and we increased our appreciation of
this unique angle on Gower and its birdlife.
