17 Shovelers on the reservoir. A record for Leeshaw which equals the 17 which visited Cononley Ings on 10th January 2012 History of the Shoveler 2003 - 2018
Male Shoveler at Leeshaw photo: Brian Vickers |
Nine Wheatears and two Stonechat.
Brian Vickers
Beamsley
A Cuckoo seen and heard. It was first heard yesterday.
Upper Wharfedale in spring - images from Roger Nelson
Pied Flycatcher (female) photo: Roger Nelson |
Pied Flycatcher (female with nest material) photo: Roger Nelson |
Pied Wagtail, Willow Warbler and Wren all by Roger Nelson
Ilkley Moor
A Cuckoo was calling from woods about a mile from Cow and Calf.
John Brookes
Glovershaw
Two Wheatears on the 11th fairway and a Common Whitethroat singing nearby. A Cuckoo was heard passing over the race track area.
On the 20th April - A Yellow Wagtail was reported on the 14th green of the Golf Course.
Glen Road
A Common Whitethroat, at least 20 Willow Warblers and at Brackenhall Farm a small flock of Fieldfare is still hanging on.
Paul King
Shipley Glen
Male Blackcap with nesting materials photo: Steve Meredith |