Goosander Mergus merganser

Willen Lake - 16th December 2004

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Photo copyright Mike Wallen

Willen Lake once again proved to be a magnet to this species.  This is one of four males present on the day.


 


Willen Lake - 11th March 2004

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Photo copyright Mike Collard

Willen Lake again proving to be a regular site for this species.


Willen Lake - 20th December 2001

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Photo courtesy of Mike Wallen

 


Calvert BBONT Lake - 7th January 1999

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Photos copyright Tim Watts

 


Broughton Trout Pools - 7th February 1998

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Photo copyright Mike Wallen

Despite their small size Broughton Trout Pools regularly attract Goosanders during the winter months.  Regular visits have shown that number fluctuate frequently as birds come and go.  The birds may well use the canal as a flight path.