Lesser Redpoll

Darts Farm, Topsham, Devon
Having seen a tweet on Twitter by Dave Stone, I decided to take a look at Darts Farm after work. The reason I went there was that he had seen a Lesser Redpoll around the smaller pond. It took me a while to locate the bird in blustery conditions but it did show around the hide area. It was always rather mobile but I managed a few decent views. Surprisingly (apart from a calling bird at Aylesbeare a while back), this is my first sighting of this species this year. I normally see them throughout the year but It’s strange how some years certain species evade you!