Just as i was driving off the ranges on Monday i noticed two Egrets fly in and land on an adjoining field. I wanted to get a closer look to confirm the I.D. So after a short stroll across the marsh i was standing by the boundary fence and as close as one could get. But there was no sign of any Egrets. Another scan with the binoculars then revelled my first Cattle Egret of the year hidden by the a grass mound and a cow and then another one appeared from behind a bramble bush then another. I soon made myself comfy on the grass and waited hoping they may come closer or better still hitch a ride on the back of a cow. But they were sticking close to the small herd and following them further away. A few photos were taken as they started to fly about following the herd as they grazed. And that was when with five in the air and one still feeding on the ground the total count of six was gained. The most that i have every recorded for my patch, after only getting my first record of this species only a year ago. What a great way to finish my weekly visit.
