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Lots of highlights on another sunny day: Osprey (catching a large fish), Dartford Warbler, 4 Sparrowhawk (TH library photo-Stu Topps), Kingfisher, Raven, Gt White Egret, Marsh Harrier, Whinchat & Water Rail Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

It's been a good day for birds of prey! 6 Red Kite, 2 Peregrine Falcon, 2 Sparrowhawk, Hobby, Marsh Harrier, 2 Buzzard (TH library photo-Stu Topps) & Kestrel. Also seen: Dartford Warbler, 3 Kingfisher, 8 Bearded Tit & Gt White Egret Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

This lovely photo captures the reflections of a Little Grebe fishing in front of our TH sign (TH library- Chrissie Whiffen). Also seen today: 2 Gt White Egret, Peregrine Falcon, Red Kite, Marsh Harrier, Water Rail & 12 Eider offshore Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

This awesome caterpillar was found on the reserve 6 weeks ago, and has now hatched into a stunning Death's-head Hawkmoth, with the distinctive 'skull' shape on the back of the head. It will be released back onto the reserve this evening. Another wonder of nature! Hampshire County Council

A lot of Chiffchaffs have been seen recently (TH library photo-Stu Topps), as they're feeding well in this mild weather & gathering before heading further south. Also today: Firecrest, 15 Bearded Tit, 2 Kingfisher & 2 Grey Wagtail. Grey Plover & Eider offshore Hampshire County Council

The Eider are beginning to gather again, with 18 seen just offshore this morning(TH library photo-Paula Hemingway). We were also treated to another Osprey fly-through, plus: Firecrest, Kingfisher, Goosander, Raven & Marsh Harrier Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

2 Yellow-browed Warblers were ringed on the reserve this morning... a rare catch! (Photo from earlier in the week by Mark Francis). Other highlights today: 10 Bearded Tit, 2 Marsh Harrier, 2 Kingfisher, 2 Red Kite, Redwing & Water Rail Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

Good views of a Water Rail in front of Meon Shore hide today (TH library photo- Steve Payce). Plus: sightings of Bearded Tits in several locations, Dartford Warbler, Grey Wagtail, 3 Glossy Ibis, Marsh Harrier, Kingfisher, & Lesser Redpoll flying west Hampshire County Council @HOS

We've had large numbers of Ringed Plover (TH library photo-Stu Topps) & Sanderling gathering on the shoreline recently (TH library photos-Jon Mitchell). Offshore: Red-throated Diver & 22 Eider (TH photo-Lesley Thomas), plus 3 Glossy Ibis on reserve Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society

A Jack Snipe flew overhead with 4 Common Snipe this morning and landed on the meadow (TH library photo-Stu Topps). 5 Pochard have arrived on the river; the first of the season. Also seen: 2 Black Redstart, Kingfisher & 21 Eider offshore Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

A Siberian Chiffchaff was among the highlights today (TH library photo-Stu Topps) & a Treecreeper (photo-Alan Langton). Also seen: Dartford Warbler, 2 Spoonbill, 3 Glossy Ibis, 2 Firecrest, Gt White Egret & 26 Eider just offshore Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

2 White-tailed Eagles flew over this afternoon, then headed towards Southampton. Fantastic to see! From the mighty to the tiny ... with sightings of Firecrest on both sides of the reserve (TH library photo-Martin Sketcher) Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

The colourful Bullfinch is always good to see on a grey day (TH photo-Rod Smith). Also: a rare sighting of a Lapland Bunting on the shoreline, Bearded Tit, Firecrest, Goosander, Marsh Harrier, Treecreeper, Kingfisher, 126 Sanderling, 57 Ringed Plover & 8 Eider Hampshire County Council

Please note that the reserve and visitor centre will be closed on Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th November due to high winds and heavy rain associated with Storm Bert. We will re-open on Monday 25th Nov, 09.00. Hampshire County Council Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust Hampshire Ornithological Society

The elusive Dartford Warbler was seen briefly today (TH library photo-Stu Topps). Good to know it's still here, but not always easy to see. Also today: Golden Plover, 2 Marsh Harrier, Firecrest, Water Rail and Ringed Plover & Sanderling on the shore Hampshire County Council Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

A Siskin on the reserve was a welcome sight today (TH library photo-Russell Tofts) as well as: Peregrine Falcon, Goosander, 2 Marsh Harriers, Tufted Duck, 16 Snipe & Water Rail. Offshore: 2 Velvet Scoter, Gt Northern Diver & 25 Eider Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

We are seeing large numbers of Ringed Plover gathering on the shore near the harbour at the moment; 70 today. These distinctive little waders are often seen near the Sanderling. Also today: 3 Marsh Harriers, Peregrine Falcon, Firecrest & Treecreeper Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society

Due to forecasted high winds, Titchfield Haven will be shut tomorrow. Apologies for any inconvenience. We hope to be open again on Thursday. Happy New Year! Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society

4 Marsh Harriers were seen today: 2 females, 1 male and a juv (TH library photo-Steve Payce). Other highlights: Firecrest, Coal Tit, Dartford Warbler, Water Rail, Buzzard, Sparrowhawk & Red Kite Hampshire County Council Hampshire Ornithological Society Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust

Reserve Closure - Sunday 26th & Monday 27th January 2025. Due to the stormy weather forecast today & Monday, the reserve and visitor centre will be closed. We hope to open the reserve at 10am on Tuesday the 28th. This will allow time for our rangers to complete safety checks.