I'm just back from a holiday in Majorca. Although I did not do much birding, I did visit S'Albufeira a well known and large nature reserve in the North East of the island. Facilities are limited, but there are 8 hides which give good views out of the sun.
The main birds of interest were 2 Squacco Herons, many Glossy Ibis's, Purple Galinules (or Swamp Hens as we call them), 13 Flamingos, Black Winged Stilts, Kentish Plover, and invisible Nightingales.
In addition our hotel had Hoopoes, Audouin Guuls, Mediterranean Flycatchers... and we also had sightings of a bird club member on the prom!!!!
Anyway, In case you are planning to go on the club trip on 5th July, to Annesley Tip Nature Reserve under your own steam, this is
the route from Allestree.
First find whatever route you prefer to the M1 at Junction
27.
Cross the M1 east on the A608 and at the end of a short dual carriageway, the third roundabout, turn north on the A611. Half a mile turn Rt on a non classified road to Annesley, and continue for about 1 mile until you see a small triangle on the left. Turn left and follow the road in a residential area, cross the rail line, and the nature reserve car park is on the left. 10.00am is the meeting time. Terrain maybre scrubby but it won't be flooded!!!
Sat Nav if you want it..... NG15 OBS (Approximately!)
David
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