Latham's Snipe at Belmont Common

[Valda Dedman <>]

Clive
I have just seen at least 60 Latham's Snipe at Jerringot Wildlife Reserve. I 
went with Gordon McCarthy to put some up for you, but we didn't really have to 
try. They just flew up from the southern wetland in groups of 10-30 and round 
and back again. We did not even try to disturb them at the northern wetland.
Also saw, just out  from the bird hide a  Hoary-headed Grebe, but no camera of 
course. Didn't see the three Baillon's Crakes that were reported last Saturday.
You'll be able to get on with your mist-netting now. The rough grass area is 
quite wet. Please let me know the results. I won't be around as I'm off to the 
Paroo Overflow for three weeks.
Regards
Valda