News Update for 30 December 2017

The harsh weather conditions have seen a fair amount of snow lying on the plateau but as ever the bean geese manage to forage for food successfully.

Some years ago around this time we used to 'lose' sight of almost half the flock but this is not happening now with the bulk of the birds staying together within one mile of Slamannan town centre.

Roosting is occurring in several places to the west, north and east of Slamannan but in areas known to the bean goose team.

We still have two European whitefronts within the flock and recently up to 30 Pinkfeet.

I attach a picture of the flock taken last week not far from Slamannan. Can you spot them?

News Update 18 December 2017

The bean geese continue to feed in and around the township of Slamannan. They are ranging during the day from Strathavon Farm in the east to Threiprig/Shortrig in the west.

There are a few Pinkfeet within the flock and the two european whitefronts can still be seen on occasions.

Care should be taken on the minor roads in the area as low temperatures are creating some icy conditions.

Some roosting is again taking place at the Fannyside Lochs area.