Lackford Lakes - first visit

Yesterday was sunny and not too cold, so good weather for a trip to Lackford Lakes.   The lakes are disused gravel pits and one of the hides looks perfect for Kingfisher spotting, but had run out of light and time to make use of that hide on this outing.

From the Seggal's Hide a Bittern was seen, and its camouflage was perfect!   One can just see the bird in the photograph.   Soon after we had left the hide, the Bittern gave a full appearance of itself!   Typical!   I shall have to go back and try again.

It was lovely to see Heron, Great Spotted Woodpecker, Lapwing, and both male and female Golden Eye.   I think there were also Gadwal, but I shall check that out before posting their images.