Middleton Lakes is home to a large heronry which is around 20 pairs, resulting in between 80 and 100 herons. We managed to see about 8 on our visit, so spending a little time at the first small pool will result in sightings for sure.
The Lakes have a well sculpted pathway around which are easy to navigate, and being so close to the water Grass snakes aren't uncommon to see basking if the sun is out. However, if you are visitng for photographs and wish to see the wildfowl on the water, then a long reach lens is required.
One of the birds you will see alot of is the Black Headed Gull. I lost count of the number was saw, but there were plenty all over the reserve so a picture is a must.
Nikon D200, Nikon 300mm F4 AF
Barn Owl have been seen operating on the Meadow following the Wetland walk, dawn or dusk is best to see these but can be seen at anytime of the day if they are feeding young. Our day didn't deliver as much as I'd hoped for, but the weather was very very windy and it was midday, so I have planned to revisit one of the mornings instead to try and see and capture some more of the fabulous wildlife that appears to live there.
If you would like to pop along for a visit simply click here: http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/m/middletonlakes/
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