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WWT London Wetland Centre is a wetland reserve managed by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust in the Barnes area of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, southwest London, England, by Barn Elms. The site is formed of four disused Victorian reservoirs tucked into a loop in the Thames..a 105 acre wildlife haven with scenic walkways set amongst the lakes, pools and meadows that are home to birds, bats, water voles, grass snakes, amphibians, dragonflies and moths.
The Red Shoveler is more often found in brackish waters than other dabbling ducks and is a denizen of large coastal lagoons, lakes, and estuaries. Like other dabbling ducks, it feeds from the surface of the water by head dipping and upending,
Red-breasted Geese in the London Wetland Centre - Barnes,In the wild, red-breasted geese breed in the remote Arctic tundra of Siberia, migrating thousands of miles to winter in warmer regions around the Black Sea.
Amazing to see and capture these beautiful elegant birds at the WWT such an amazing place to visit all year around, in the middle of South London by the River Thames..
The Lagoons look so colourful with purple and green flora sets and frames the image just perfect in Barnes London
Summer begins at WWT London Wetland Centre where long, sunny days invite you to slow down and explore nature at its most vibrant. Set within a sweeping loop of the Thames, this amazing wetland centre is perfect for a relaxed summer escape, only minutes from the hustle and bustle of the city.Discover the biodiverse habitats and birdwatching opportunities at the Wildfowl and Wetland Trust Reserve in Barnes
A fabulous little Robin with insects for young @ WWT London..Robins have a varied diet that changes with the seasons, they eat insects, worms, seeds and fruits. In the spring and summer they eat insects and worms, in the colder months they eat seeds..
This beautiful elegant mum has a brood of about 6 ducklings enjoying the summer sun on 1 of the many little waterways and ponds at WWT they are too small for the lagoons and will stay around in the reeds away from the Herons!
The Red-crested pochard is a large diving duck which breeds in lowland marshes and lakes in southern Europe and Central Asia. They winter in India and Africa.
The adult male is unmistakable. It has a rounded orange head, red bill and black breast. The female is pale brown, with darker back and crown and white face, as seen in the image below.
Light brown in colour with a pale chest, black neck and face. A wide white patch stretches under the neck. First introduced from the Americas in the 17th century, these birds are now a familiar site both in parks and nature reserves across the country.
Grey herons are easier to spot in autumn as cooling weather thwarts lakeside foliage and juvenile birds disperse from their nesting sites.. Young grey herons hatched in spring leave their birth colonies (heronries) by autumn, traveling to new ponds, rivers, and wetlands.Juveniles in their first autumn look more uniformly gray with brownish necks and lack the striking black crest plumes of fully mature adults
You can find these long-necked, pointy-beaked birds wading through the shallows of UK wetlands.Commoner species like the grey heron can be found on almost any body of water, from a city garden, to a river, to a brackish tidal creek. Some of the below species are found in more specialised habitats but all will be seen with water somewhere nearby.
Eurasian Coots (Fulica atra) are among the most common and active wild waterbird species found year-round at the WWT London Wetland Centre in Barnes. Distinctive for their dark black plumage, bright white facial shields, and lobes on their feet rather than webbing, they populate almost every water body across the reserve..
Grey herons are frequently spotted at the WWT London Wetland Centre in Barnes, where they patiently stalk through the shallow lakes, ponds, and flooded wader scrapes for fish and amphibians
One of the many little beautiful ponds at WWT Barnes London..stunning walks and always wildlife to capture even on a warm Saturday walk around the Wetlands SW13
Mature cygnets (juvenile mute swans approaching adulthood) transition from grey-brown plumage to crisp white feathers and change their bill color from dark grey to bright orange over their first year to 18 months of life
They eat water plants, seeds, fruit, grasses, insects, snails, worms and small fish.When disturbed, they usually take cover in nearby vegetation. They do not take to the air as their flight is short and laboured.Widely found skulking around ponds, lakes and wetlands across most of the UK
Rich caramel-colored duck with long neck and legs. Look for blue-gray legs and bill and white stripes on sides. Easily distinguished from Black-bellied Whistling-Duck in flight because Fulvous has all-dark wings. Usually found in flocks in marshes, marshy ponds, and flooded rice fields. Active day and night. Frequently gives whistled calls.
Very much a breeding bird of southern Europe, this red-billed, black and white stork has a small breeding population in southern England, the result of a reintroduction attempt.White Stork
Ciconia ciconia
Autumn arrives at WWT London Wetland Centre where crisp air and golden light invite you to slow down and reconnect with nature as autumn colour transforms the landscape. It's the perfect place for quiet contemplation and discovery, with a unique experience awaiting you every time...like this beautiful Grey Heron
Staying close to mum and enjoying the shallow waters and small streams away from lurking herons and using the beautiful green reed cover
Coots (Fulica atra) can live on little ponds, but they prefer slightly larger waterbodies with deep enough water for diving and open areas of water rather than tiny, heavily overgrown garden ponds
By late summer, most mallard ducklings from the main spring breeding season are fully grown juveniles nearing adult size and capability... not this family due to hot warm weather another family born!! summer, ducklings abound on rivers and ponds around the UK. Mallards are caring mums, but their task isn’t easy.
White storks (Ciconia ciconia) are large, majestic wading birds known for their brilliant white plumage, contrasting black wing feathers, and striking long red bills and legs
This stunning Wetland in the middle of London SW13 is truly stunning its such a tranquil and beautiful place to visit all year today it was 18c last time i went it was 2degrees.. loads of waders and ducks like this northern shoveler..Living up to its name, the shoveler has a large and distinctive shovel-like bill which it uses to feed at the surface of the water. It breeds in small numbers in the UK, but is widespread in winter.
The Canada goose is a large species of goose with a black head and neck, white cheeks, white under its chin, and a brown body. It is native to the arctic and temperate regions of North America, and it is occasionally found during migration across the Atlantic in northern Europe.The Canada goose is our most familiar goose, although it is not actually native to the UK. A common and bold bird, it can be found around most parks, lakes, reservoirs and gravel pits.
Red-breasted Geese are highly sought after in wildfowl collections and are now becoming more prolific in captivity. They have a beautiful and bold pattern of black, white and chestnut plumage and are the smallest of the northern geese.
The Chiloé wigeon, also known as the southern wigeon, is one of three extant species of wigeon in the genus Mareca of the dabbling duck subfamily. This bird is indigenous to the southern part of South America, including the Chiloé Archipelago, from which it gets its name.. Often common in wetlands, marshes, at lakes, and along river mouths. Associates readily with other waterfowl, but more often seen on shore, grazing in grassy areas.
Local Robins so friendly and always happy to pose for the camera even on a murky winter's day at WWT
One of nature's most accomplished fishermen, the grey heron is known for its motionless stance at the water's edge.Herons have no predators in the UK. At the top of the food chain, they're 'kings' of our canals lagoons rivers and creeks..
Grey herons (Ardea cinerea) are large, patient wading birds that use tall reeds and wetlands as ideal hunting grounds and camouflage..Their grey and brown feathers help them blend into the background of dry reeds and marsh grass.They are fierce competitors and will chase away other birds to protect their favorite fishing spots in the thickets.
Love this capture as this stunning bird is on the hunt probably for frogs amongst the reeds on the Lagoon at WWT..
The white-faced whistling duck (Dendrocygna viduata) is not native to the UK. It originates from sub-Saharan Africa and South America. However, you can spot them in the UK across various wildlife parks, zoos, and private collections, where they are kept as captive or ornamental waterfow
Enjoying the tranquil space on the main lagoon at the wetlands before the autumn birds flock back in the next 3 months.
The WWT London Wetland Centre in Barnes features a 44-hectare (105-acre) mosaic of habitats, including dedicated, tranquil lagoons, a reservoir lagoon, and wader scrapes designed to attract diverse wildlife. Key species spotted in these areas include Snipe, Northern Shoveler, Common Sandpiper, and Kingfisher.
Red-crested Pochards are seen at WWT centres, especially WWT London Wetland Centre, often as escaped wildfowl but sometimes as genuine migrants, identifiable by the male's striking orange head, red bill, and black chest, while females are paler brown with whitish faces; they're a popular species in collections, with successful feral populations established in the UK
The London Wetland Centre in Barnes features key water bodies like the Reservoir Lagoon and Sheltered Lagoon, which provide vital habitats for diving ducks, waders, and herons.
The bolshy Robin, (Erithacus rubecula)..afternoon Robin making its way along the hedgerow.and old mossy fence @ WWT Barnes London
So tame so beautiful the light was amazing in the frozen air at reserve in South London the golden reedbeds act as golden reflectors!
Besides Ducks, geese, and swans there are plenty of woodland birds even in winter tits, redpolls..finches and plenty of others that will arrive in spring..fabulous place 8 miles from home in SW13
Robins are a popular, friendly fixture at the WWT London Wetland Centre in Barnes, often seen in winter as they join resident birds. They are known for being bold and curious, frequently posing for photos or following visitors along the walking paths..Like this little fella along the path towards the main lagoons.