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Holme Bird Observatory Monday 13th March 2023

A very windy day, making conditions poor especially from a small bird perspective. A Spoonbill appeared briefly over the Grazing Marsh and at least five Stonechat were still along the east bank. 

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Norfolk Hen Harrier ringtail Strumpshaw Fen RSPB flew past Reception Hide at 12.50pm
Norfolk 30.Snow Buntings Cley NWT still on shingle north of Arnold's Marsh 52.9613,1.0689
Norfolk White Wagtail Weybourne Camp this morning then flew west
Norfolk Sand Martin flew west over Holkham Freshmarsh
Norfolk Cley Bird Club +NWT +NENBC joint meeting tonight at Cley Village Hall at 7.30pm featuring Zoe Smith 'White-tailed Eagle Introduction'. Entry free but donations appreciated. Refreshments provided