Today there was still a flock of c128 birds there and another large flock in the oat field north of Slamannan on the main road to Falkirk. (warning) to birders:: this field is right next to a bad bend on the road so you cannot stop here without leaving yourself in a dangerous position on this busy road. Better to park up in one of laybays just to the north of this site and walk to get a view of the geese. Be careful though as the birds are liable to see you and move.
Below at picture taken at Luckenburn recently showing the birds in an 'alert' mode. This type of behaviour can certainly aid a count at the time.
Below a picture taken near Oakersdyke which shows how bean geese can utilise Juncus in a field to hide themselves whilst still finding food.
