Castle Water evening

A lovely sunny and calm evening at the Castle Water hide with hundreds of common ducks - Gadwall, Shoveler, Mallard Pochard, Tufted and Teal - including some courtship from the newly feathered males. Also, a few late Swallows and hunting Kestrel, Sparrowhawk, Marsh Harrier and Barn Owl (photo). All close to the hide. This hide is showing its age and will soon be refurbished - keep an eye on www.WildRye.info for notification on dates of closure.