Ferrybridge

Ferrybridge is always worth a look, particularly at this time of year when the Little Terns are busy on their dedicated breeding area.  There is always a good chance of some waders and apart from the Ringed Plovers shown below, I also saw two Avocets, a Bar-tailed Godwit and several Dunlin.

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Ringed Plover - About 10 Ringed Plovers were present close to the cafe when I arrived.

Wheatear - Moving along the shingle towards the Little Tern colony, I soon came across a Wheatear.  There were at least three present.

Little Tern Colony - Viewed from a distance.  The colony is protected by fences to keep out
predators as well as people.  During the breeding season the hut is manned by volunteers.

Little Terns nesting.  The nests were dotted about over a fairly wide area. 
Apparently there are 50-60 adults present and so far 20 nests occupied. 
More should be taken up in the next few weeks.

Little Tern - Flying over Chesil Bank and out to sea to fish.

Kestrel - This avian predator is harder to stop as has caused major problems in the past.  This one was only 100 metres from the colony!