Short eared Owls at Dosthill Lakes, Warks.

Short eared Owl, Dosthill Lakes, Warks.
Short eared Owl

Short eared Owl

Short eared Owl with prey

Short eared Owl

Short eared Owl

Short eared Owl

Short eared Owl

Saturday 5th November 2011

Two Short eared Owls were seen both on the ground and hunting over the bunds at the Water skiing centre at Dosthill lakes. The Owls were active just after midday despite persistent drizzle but 'disappeared' when the rain stopped and people, including birders, walked on top of the bunds. Other species seen included Little Egret, Green Woodpecker, Meadow pipit, Kestrel and Common Snipe. There was also a large flock c50 Goldfinch on Rush Lane, Dosthill.