It’s been a busy week for wildlife down in the Tawd Valley Park.
Firstly, an adult Dipper was seen this morning on the river – this is the first record of this species since June 12th, when a juvenile bird was seen in the north of the Valley near Cobbs Clough Road. A mega find!!! All five common thrush species – Blackbird, Redwing, Fieldfare, Mistle and Song Thrush – were also seen this morning, as well as three species of raptor – Buzzard, Sparrowhawk and Kestrel. Jays and Great-spotted Woodpeckers continue to be seen, as well as Treecreepers and Nuthatches, and a Tawny Owl was seen in a tree on Summer Street through the week.
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A variety of mammals have also been sighted in the Valley this week. A young Roe deer was spotted early-on today, and a fox has been seen roaming the woodland in the hours of darkness. Grey squirrels continue to be seen foraging in the Park.
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Also worth mentioning is the continued sightings of fish in the Half-mile Lake, which FoTV are currently raising funds to improve – the link to this fundraiser can be found on our social media.
Let us know if you spot any interesting wildlife in the Valley!
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