Following three years of record breaking totals my patch average has increased by a whopping 12 species compared to what it was three years ago, making the reclaiming of the mallard a near impossible challenge.
Having said that, the year has started better than ever with a grand total of 44 species (36.67%) recorded on my, almost daily, dog walks. No real bonus birds, but wintering jack snipe are always welcomed and saves waiting until September. A mistle thrush on the 19th and snow bunting on the 23rd are probably the best of the bunch and the only two species which haven't been annual. Everything else has been as expected, including being in last position which is the norm for this time of year. Luckily still 11 months to go to try and catch up.
Happy Days.
Bushveld
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