November 12, 2008

WRYNECK



Wryneck: Occasional Passage Migrant

Wryneck used to breed in Epping Forest years ago, but is now scarcely seen on migration.

Latest Sightings:
  • 2nd October 2010, 1 at Five Oaks Lane Scrubland
  • 16th-24th September 2010, 1 on Wanstead Flats
  • 25th April 2009, 1 in Hainault Forest
  • 12th September 2008, 1 at Fairlop Waters
  • 7th September 2008, 1 at Farilop Waters.
  • 28th August 2002, 1 at Hainault Forest

Historical Information:

  • Wryneck are reported as having been present (but less than five times) at Hainault Forest pre 2003 by the late Mr. Mike Dennis
  • Pre 1946 Wryneck Bred in the area.

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