At Gwithian Sands (or St. Gothian Sands, as it's widely known to and around the local communtiy), there is a vast majority of wildife ranging from birds to ants.
The biggest wildlife sighting is that of the birds. Their are many species here in Gwithian, many migrate here for the summer, and then migrate back again or the winter, usually from place such as Canada.
The following images are to document not only the wide range of aerial wildife at the sand pits, the wide range in wildlife in general.
Our Feathered Friends:
A Shelduck (Tadorna tadorna) is a member of the (Anatidae family) is seen here in the Nature Reserve, specially crafted to accommodate aerial wildlife.
A female mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), is also a member of the (Anatidae family). This one I took whilst she was resting with a male to the right, out of the picture.
A male mallard (Anas platyrhynchos), again a member of the (Anatidae family). Seen here within the nature reserve, splaying its wing feathers, ready to fly away.
A Sand Martin, (Riparia riparia) commonly seen in this area from March through to October. They are a member of the (Hirundinidae family).
A Pied Wagtail (Motacilla alba), seen all year round, commonly in environments such as Gwithian Sand Pits.
It is also a member of the ((Motacillidae family)
A herning gull - second winter (Larus argentatus), a member of the (Laridae family). These gulls are commonly seen all year round, and are widespread and can be seen in any coastal areas in the UK.
A row of three Sand Martins, (Riparia riparia) commonly seen in this area from March through to October. They are a member of the (Hirundinidae family). Also commonly seen perching on fences and other objects, otherwise flying around very fast.
A Herning Gull (Larus argentatus), a member of the (Laridae family). They are an Ominivorous bird, which in broad terms means they are a scavenger.
A Canadian Goose (Branta canadensis), part of the (Anatidae family).
A large goose, with a distinctive black head and neck and large white throat patch.Seen all year round.
In winter, occasional birds of small races are seen with other wild geese species. Gravel pits and lakes are an attractive factor in their migrations.
Four in a row. Here we have a Mute Swan (Cygnus olor), and some goslings. All members of the (Anatidae family). Both species here are seen all year round, in environments such as Gwithian Sands and other similar areas.
GwithianA Sand Martin, (Riparia riparia) commonly seen in this area from March through to October. They are a member of the (Hirundinidae family).
Young Rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuniculus), grazing within the nature reserve.
Male Common Bluetail Dramselfly (Zygoptera).
