A SANDERLING was at Spade Oak Pit, Little Marlow, on 18 May (Adam Bassett et al), the same day a BLACK TERN appeared at Willen South Basin (Rob Hill). Next day, Rob and Lucy discovered a CATTLE EGRET at Manor Farm and this bird remained in the area and at Haversham Mill for three days.
A female RUFF paid a 3-day sojourn at College Lake from 20-22 May, where the pair of COMMON SHELDUCKS fledged 11 young. A TURNSTONE was at Caldecotte Lake on 21 May (Peter Lyons), the same day a MARSH HARRIER appeared at Gallows Bridge (Jackie Newcombe) and a superb first-summer male RED-FOOTED FALCON was besides the Jubilee River 400 yards of Marsh Lane Weir (and still present until late morning next day).
On 26 May, Rob and Lucy had a pair of GARGANEY, 2 COMMON GREENSHANKS and a SANDERLING at Manor Farm, whilst a single GREENSHANK was at Spade Oak on 29 May.
This is an account of the personal observations of Lee G R Evans (LGRE) in his home county of Buckinghamshire. It also hosts all sightings of interest within the county but only those considered authentic by the author. I am extremely grateful for any images of local birds as well as of any information relating to birds within the boundaries - contact me anytime on 07881 906629 or email LGREUK400@aol.com.