Monday, 23 March 2026

Harden Moor

Monday 23rd March a.m.

A few sunny intervals this morning but dry with a temperature of 8°C as I had a stroll across Harden Moor.  A Chiffchaff was singing and determined not to have it's picture taken which it succeeded in doing despite my best efforts.  There were a few Lapwings in the quarry area which  continues to be filled in which could cause problems for some nesting birds on their return.  There were several Meadow Pipits seen and a couple of Skylarks were up singing, a good surprise for me when a Red Kite flew over.  Also seen was a Kestrel and a couple of distant Buzzards plus Grey Heron, Jay, Wren, Blackbird & Robin.  As I came through a wooded area a couple of male Pheasants were fighting with no quarter given.

Red Kite



Skylark

Buzzard

Meadow Pipit 


Pheasant


Feathers were flying as these Pheasants had a set too, Harden Moor 23/3/2026


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