Today I was treated to the bizarre sight of a bittern swimming across one of the wide channels on Ham Wall. It's body was completely horizontal in the water, it's neck was held diagonally with its head and bill also horizontal giving a similar profile to a cormorant or diver. I know this behaviour is not unknown but it was the first time I have ever witnessed it. Also, a couple of individuals in the marshes are already booming strongly. Spring is on its way!
Photo of a Bittern swimming taken from Noah's hide, Shapwick NNR.I have also seen Bitterns swimming at Ham Wall,please open these links to view or type in the code. ,
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