A trio of phalaropes
Red-Necked Phalarope Following Sunday's visit to Lisvane and Llanishen reservoirs in Cardiff, where I had seen three Grey Phalaropes, there was a report on Monday afternoon that there continued to be three Phalaropes present, but one of the trio had been identified as a Red-Necked Phalarope. On reading this report of a Red-Necked Phalarope, it really piqued my interest. I have only seen this particular species from a distance, a good while ago at Goldcliff Lagoons ( read more here) and much more recently, a few days ago in Norfolk at Titchwell Marsh. To be able to see two different species of Phalaropes at the same time would be an amazing opportunity, especially as I was on a vacation from work. The Lisvane and Llanishen reservoirs are owned and maintained by Welsh Water and are open to the public from 9am to 5pm at this time of year. So, come Tuesday morning, I arrived on-site at about 9.45 am. As I made my way from the car, I met up with my good friend and fellow Goldcl...
