Birds
The reserve is of international importance for migratory, over wintering and breeding wetland birds. Suitable habitat is achieved through manipulation of water levels and livestock grazing. The reserve supports an exciting and diverse range of birds. Amongst the breeding species found here are Pied Avocet, Common Redshank, Common Snipe, Northern Lapwing, Water Rail, Bearded Reedling, Common Tern and Garganey. Migrating species include Black-tailed Godwit, Ruff, Little Stint, Curlew Sandpiper and Whimbrel. Overwintering species include Brent goose, Dunlin, Eurasian Curlew, Eurasian Wigeon, Merlin, Hen Harrier, Short-eared Owl, Eurasian Bittern and Twite.
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