The Pied Wagtail, a year-round resident at Wellington, is often found in large numbers feeding on Turf where it takes flies and small insects from the grass. With a similar flight pattern to its cousin the Grey Wagtail, there can sometimes be some confusion over each species until they land and rest and the clear differences can be seen.
An incredibly shy and secretive bird the Bullfinch is resident all year round at Wellington. It feeds on the buds from trees and in particular fruit trees, as well as eating seeds and fruit. It has a powerful bill to break open seed pods.
The Wren, one of Britain’s smallest birds, is a resident here at Wellington College. It is more likely to be heard than seen and its tic-tic-tic and strrrrrrr call indicate that they are around.
The Gadwall is a winter visitor to Swan lake. A medium sized duck with fairly inconspicuous grey markings and plumage, it spends its day dabbling (feeding) on the surface of the lake for vegetation and occasionally turning tail up to reach more tender weeds within the lake.
The arrival of the Nightjars each year from Africa cause great excitement amongst the ornithological community at Wellington. A ground-nesting nocturnal bird, they arrive on the heathland each May where they hunt and nest.
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Keep up to date with the nature at Wellington. We will bring you all things species and habitats, keeping you informed on the latest about Welly’s Wildlife.
Keep up to date with the nature at Wellington. We will bring you all things species and habitats, keeping you informed on the latest about Welly’s Wildlife.
