Starlings Sturnus vulgaris, gathering above reed bed at Ham Wall RSPB reserve, winter roost, patterns seen were caused by predator Sparrowhawk Accipiter nisus

Recent sightings

A closer look at the species recently spotted at Ham Wall by our community.

Your recent sightings at Ham Wall

Your recent sightings

Recent Sightings at RSPB Ham Wall - 14.09.2018

The weeks seem to be flying by at the moment but at least we are making good progress with the reed cutting work in front of the 1st viewing platform (VP1). Just another couple of sessions with our lovely volunteers next week and, fingers crossed,...

Posted 14 Sep 2018 by Stephen Couch
Recent Sightings at RSPB Ham Wall - 07.09.2018

It's time for another Ham Wall blog. Having been away last week it seems this week I have been overwhelmed with submissions of photos from 8 different contributors so it will be photo heavy this week and a lot less of me rabbiting on........you ca...

Posted 07 Sep 2018 by Stephen Couch
Recent Sightings at RSPB Ham Wall - 03.08.2018

We had some welcome rain this week at the reserve - although it's not made a huge impact on water levels around the site. It's generally a quieter time on the reserve during August, although there is plenty to see if you look hard enough. The...

Posted 03 Aug 2018 by Stephen Couch
Recent Sightings at RSPB Ham Wall - 27.07.2018

There's no let up with the recent heat wave is there? Water levels are well down but it just means we have to really think about how we move water around to get ready for our management work. It's at times like this or in times of excessive rain...

Posted 27 Jul 2018 by Stephen Couch
Recent Sightings at RSPB Ham Wall - 20.07.2018

Another week with very little rain means the water levels are continuing to drop on the reserve. You can't help thinking we may in in for a deluge at some point soon. Water levels do traditionally drop at this time of year. In some ways it may be...

Posted 20 Jul 2018 by Stephen Couch
Recent Sightings at RSPB Ham Wall - 13.07.2018

The hot weather continues and as expected those hottest parts of the day are quieter for both wildlife and visitors. We are picking up some phenomenal sightings as always. Probably the pick of the week this week will be the 2 spoonbills which flew...

Posted 13 Jul 2018 by Stephen Couch

Grid Reference: ST4439 (+2km)

Great White Egret (0): 15 Sep 2018
Marsh Harrier (0): 15 Sep 2018
Water Rail (0): 15 Sep 2018
Cetti's Warbler (0): 15 Sep 2018
Black-tailed Godwit (1): 12 Sep 2018
Green Sandpiper (1): 12 Sep 2018
Barn Owl (1): 12 Sep 2018
Kingfisher (5): 12 Sep 2018
Grey Wagtail (3): 12 Sep 2018
Tawny Owl (1): 12 Sep 2018