It's always a pleasure to watch the bird ringers at Kenfig, the care and expertise they have when handling the birds. This morning was one to remember when this Nightingale appeared. @btocymru.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social #birds @birdsinwales.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

This female Red-crested Pochard was a good spot by Neil Donaghy at Kenfig Pool this morning and, as usual, put the sighting out quickly so others could see it. @birdsinwales.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social

This is one of two Dunlin that have favoured the east shore at Kenfig Pool this last week. @birdsinwales.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social #birds #birdingWales

It's always nice to find a Spotted Flycatcher, such photogenic little birds. This was at Kenfig NNR this morning. @birdsinwales.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @btocymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social #birds

The water level has dropped considerably at Kenfig Pool so hopefully, given the time of year, more and more waders will arrive. This Little Ringed Plover (found by Neil Donaghy) this morning was the second in two days. @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social @btocymru.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social

An evening visit to Old Pembrey Harbour was disappointing in that no Terns were present but at least this Rock Pipit posed nicely. Yellow Wagtail and Kingfisher also present. @btocymru.bsky.social @birdsinwales.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social #birds

A lovely morning walk at Kenfig Pool this morning with Neil Donaghy. Not an abundance of birds but this Greenshank paid a brief visit - heard flying in and then spotted by Neil. @btocymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social #birds #birdsinWales @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

Great White Egrets have become commonplace at Kenfig NNR in the last few years, often giving excellent views from the hide. There were three there yesterday (03/08/26). #birds #birdingWales @rspbcymru.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social

A Great Crested Grebe family about to share a fish at Kenfig Pool a few weeks ago. #birds #birdingWales @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

Trying to capture Swallows in flight can be very frustrating and I get lots of photos of empty skies but I got lucky on this one (at Kenfig Pool). #birds #birdingWales @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @btocymru.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

This Clouded Yellow Butterfly resting on Fleabane stayed still just long enough for me to take this at Kenfig Pool today.

This Hummingbird Hawk-Moth was a nice surprise in the garden yesterday, the first time I've seen one there. #moths

This is one of two Ruff today present in one of the slacks at Kenfig NNR. A Black-tailed Godwit was also present but all three were constantly being mobbed by two Lapwing and regularly flying away. #birds #birdingWales @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

A visit to one of the Red Kite feeding stations always allows the chance to practice birds in flight as well as admire these beautiful birds. These were taken at Llanddeusant Kite Feeding station this week. #birds #birdingWales @btocymru.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social

Great to see so many Pied Flycatchers at RSPB Dinas this week - well done to those putting up and monitoring nest boxes there. #birds #birdingWales @btocymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social

Apologies, but I couldn't resist posting another of the stunning Black-necked Grebe at Kenfig Pool this morning, found by Neil Donaghy. #birds #birdingWales @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social

A beautiful morning at Kenfig NNR made even better by the appearance of a breeding plumage Black-necked Grebe, found by Neil Donaghy. @birdsinwales.bsky.social #birds #birdingWales @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social

Lots of Reed Warblers singing at Kenfig NNR at the moment but difficult to see as they tend to stay low down in the reeds. This one has been frustrating me since arriving but rewarded me with good views this morning. #birds #birdingWales @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

Very fortunate to catch up with the 5 American Wigeon at Ogmore estuary this afternoon - probably a once in na lifetime opportunity! Quite distant so heavily cropped image. @birdsinwales.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social bto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

I'm glad the 5 drake American Wigeon hung around long enough for me to catch up with them this afternoon. Quite distant so heavily cropped. @birdsinwales.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

Turnstones are one of those birds that are often overlooked but have a beauty all of their own and can be quite confiding. This was one of several that came within a few feet of me at Sker today. #birdingWales #birds @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

One of the joys of wildlife watching is the occasional serendipitous find. Whilst looking for Wheatear near Sker House today I noticed this Brown Hare hunkered down.

Highlights of a visit to Sker today included Golden Plover,Oystercatchers,Sanderling,Ringed Plover and Turnstones, a single Grey Plover and Purple Sandpiper and 9 Wheatear. @birdsinwales.bsky.social #birdingWales @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

Nice to catch up with the White-Fronted Goose at Kenfig Pool this morning, found by Neil Donaghy. The bird gets its name from the white facial patch behind the bill. #birds #birdingWales @eastglambto.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

The front at Rest Bay, Porthcawl, at high tide is a very reliable place/time to see Purple Sandpipers (and MedGulls). These are two of the 6 that were there today. #birds #birdingWales @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

A beautiful winter's day at Kenfig NNR today and lovely to see the winter thrushes making the most of it. This Fieldfare was enjoying the apples and berries. #birds #birdingWales @eastglambto.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

An unexpected late Christmas present this morning when Dean Bolt and Neil Donaghy found these Tundra Bean Geese near the flood at Sker House. Very grateful (as always) for the quick notification. #birds #birdingWales @eastglambto.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

It's always worth a visit to WWT Llanelli. A fairly uneventful day yesterday until photographing some snipe and an Otter showed just long enough to get a photo. #birds #birdingWales @wwtworldwide.bsky.social @rspbcymru.bsky.social @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

Snipe are such beautifully marked birds with superb camouflage. These three were amongst a larger group of eight at WWT Llanelli. #birds #birdingWales #bto @rspbcymru.bsky.social #wwt

Always a thrill to see an Otter in the wild. This one appeared for a few seconds at WWT Llanelli this morning - seen from the Sir Peter Scott hide.