There is a series of tips and pools near Didcot power station that often have unusual gulls. Iceland, Caspian and Glaucous Gulls are often reported. At present, there is a 1st Winter Iceland Gull that loafs in a field between the village of Appleford and the main road towards Wallingford.
I parked near a gap in the hedgerow where the flock was easily observed although fairly distant in the middle of the field. Most of the gulls were lying down in growing crops so it took a few minutes to scan through the flock but eventually found it. Soon after, a herring gull waddled past that prompted the Iceland gull to stand, stretch its wings and give nice views. Watched it for a while longer until 4 more birders arrived and pointed out its location to them.
I parked near a gap in the hedgerow where the flock was easily observed although fairly distant in the middle of the field. Most of the gulls were lying down in growing crops so it took a few minutes to scan through the flock but eventually found it. Soon after, a herring gull waddled past that prompted the Iceland gull to stand, stretch its wings and give nice views. Watched it for a while longer until 4 more birders arrived and pointed out its location to them.
First winter Iceland GullTwo lifers in 2 days - I am on a (small) role.
Iceland Gull UK lifer 273
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