Derek A Briggs
18 March, 2025
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Reader picture: Herons nesting in Hampden Park

The trees on the island at Hampden Park Eastbourne are now full of blossom and nesting herons flying in and out.

Getting to know you - Herons nesting.

The herons overwinter at other lakes and the marshes but return to the same nests in late January, although as the leaves appear on the trees they are less visible until the two or 3 youngsters appear.

Heron flying in to nest.
Heron flying in to nest. Credit: derekabriggs@gmail.com
Squabbling Herons
Squabbling Herons Credit: derekabriggs@gmail.com