RSPB Wildlife Explorers

Chandlers Ford “Falcons”

PIRANG

 

Pirang is a series of shrimp pools, attractive to waders and Herons; it is also attractive to Palaearctic migrants. The Pools are now fenced off ,but access around  the edge of them is possible. On arrival 2 Black Crowned Cranes flew in, their magnificent plumage lit by the bright sun. Wooley Necked Stork, Yellow-Billed Stork and African Spoonbill were feeding in the pools. Wood Sandpipers waded the waters; Northern Wheater and Melodious Warbler reminded us of Europe. Marsh Harrier, Black Kite and Shrika were all very active. On a bank were small numbers of Spur-winged Geese, and White-faced Whistling Duck. Greater Flamingo could be seen in the Distance roosting. The morning was rounded off by the unusual sight of 2 Brown Parrots flying over.

 

 

 

© 2005 The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds: RSPB Wildlife Explorers Graphic..

© Chandler’s Ford Wildlife Explorers Group

The Gambia Expedition: SITES VISITED.

  Back to Index