Two flocks of bean geese were found quite near Slamannan. One flock of c140 birds was seen south of Easter Jawcraig and the other of 73 birds seen near Shortrig. A flock of c80 Pinkfeet were also seen in conjunction with the largest group of bean geese. Two Pinkfeet were in amongst the flock of 73 bean geese.
With some blue sky evident during my visit it prompted me to visit the Fannyside Lochs area to see if any damage had been caused by the high winds and recent heavy rains. It all seemed as normal and the picture below gives one the view that the bean geese see when roosting in this area.
We often get visitors coming to see the bean goose flock and it is worth knowing that there is a local bed and breakfast at Easter Glentore Farm. (only 5 mins away from the roost area)
Elsie and Alistair Hunter have a nice property where they offer B & B and also a self-catering cottage which is attached to their farm steading.
You can contact them at 044 (0) 1236 830243 or mobile 07708 101765. You can visit their website at www.easterglentorefarm.com
