THE WEST MIDLAND BIRD REPORT No. 22

1955

Price Six Shillings Published July, 1956 Grey Wagtail at nest. Photographed by Mr. S. C. Porter, at a nesting site in Warwickshire, where the bird is a scarce resident.

Willow Tit-mouse, photographed by Mr. S. C. Porter at a nesting-hole in Staffordshire.

THE WEST MIDLAND BIRD REPORT No. 22

1955

BEING THE ANNUAL REPORT OF THE BIRMINGHAM AND WEST MIDLAND BIRD CLUB FOR 1955 ON THE BIRDS OF WARWICKSHIRE, WORCESTERSHIRE AND STAFFORDSHIRE. CONTENTS Page

OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE 5

EDITOR'S REPORT 5

SECRETARY'S REPORT 6

FIELD MEETINGS REPORT 8

TREASURER'S REPORT 8

MUTE SWAN SURVEY 8

NOTES ON THE DISTRIBUTION OF CERTAIN OF THL

BIRDS BREEDING IN THE CLUB'S AREA ... 10

CLASSIFIED NOTES 14

ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE OF MIGRANTS . . 43

LIST OF MEMBERS AND CONTRIBUTORS ... 47

FINANCIAL STATEMENT 56 OFFICERS & COMMITTEE, 1956.

President : H. G. ALEXANDER, 144 Oak Tree Lane, Selly Oak, Birmingham. Vice-President : W. E. GROVES, 4 Lvttleton Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. Chairman : C. A. NORRIS, Clent House, Clent. Secretary : A. R. M. BLAKE, 472 City Road, Edgbaston. Birmingham. Editor : J. LORD, "Orduna," 369 Chester Road, Boldmere, Sutton Coldfield. Treasurer : N. SWINDELLS, 98 Sharman's Cross Road, Solihull, Warwickshire. Field Meetings Secretary : A. T. CLAY, 93 Hamstead Hill, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham. Assistant Secretary : D. R. MIRAMS, 7 Treddles Lane, West Bromwich. Branch Representatives : KIDDERMINSTER : Mrs. M. THURSFIELD, Burnt Wood, Long Bank, Bewdley. STUDLEY : Miss D. M. GARSTANG, Studley College, Studley, Warwickshire. SOUTH WARWICKSHIRE : Mrs. M. NELDER, Philomel, Kineton Road, Wellesbourne, Warwickshire. Committee : A. R. M. Blake, A. W. Cundall, G. C. Lambourne, Mrs. W. Larkin, D. J. Munns, S. C. Porter, J. Sears, Miss M. Turnbull, Miss E. Wilkins.

EDITOR'S REPORT

The main volume of bird watching continues to be at reservoirs, with the South Staffordshire waters particularly well watched. Many parts of the Club's area only figure occasionally in the Report and more observers from the Stoke-on-Trent, Tenbury and Southam districts, to mention three, would help to keep our knowledge up-to-date. Most of the observations on the birds of the North Staffordshire moors come from the occasional visits of members from the Birmingham region.

5 Amongst the many interesting records the following ma}- be picked out. A Spoonbill, Red-crested Pochard, Brent Goose and Roseate Tern at Blithfield ; a Spotted Crake at Earlswood ; and a Temminck's Stint and Roseate Tern at Belvide. Two occurences of Bee-eaters, one in the spring and the other in the autumn, were in tune with events in other parts of the country. The con- centrations of Black Terns on certain dates did not occur this year and there were no records of Crossbills or Long-eared Owls. Stone- chats were few with no breeding records. Black-headed Gulls bred at two localities in Warwickshire and Wryneck reports were more than usual. Of the migrants, Chiffchaffs and Willow-Warblers arrived late and Swallows, Cuckoos, Redstarts, and House-Martins early. Most of the summer migrants remained later than the average date. One of our members was able to undertake some continuous observations on Grasshopper-Warblers which may lead to interest- ing results. Members are thanked for the careful and systematic notes which have been forwarded. Only a small proportion of the material can be reproduced in the Report but the remainder is often of equal value in completing the general picture of distribution. J. LORD.

SECRETARY'S REPORT

Indoor Meetings For the first time since the war the average attendance at these meetings has fallen. As was mentioned in the last Report, the average for 1954 was inflated by the exceptional attendance at the Conversazione, which marked our Silver Jubilee, so that, discounting this meeting, attendances have fallen from 131 in 1953 to 114 in 1954, and 105 in 1955. This is unfortunate, for I am certain that the standard of the talks and films remains high, and we are most grateful to all our speakers, who in many cases travel considerable distances in order to speak to us. During the year our meetings were addressed by R. P. Bagnall- Oakley, G. Schaefer, the Chairman, V. C. Smith, D. R. Southall, S. C. Porter, Hugh Boyd and R. E. Moreau. Again, our Chairman was responsible for arranging this programme. We must also thank the Director of the City of Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery for the continued use of the excellent facilities afforded by the Lecture Room, and thank his staff for their friendly co-operation. 6 Bird Study The Club either participated in or initiated an unprecedented number of enquiries or surveys during the year. Particular atten- tion has been paid to two surveys sponsored by the British Trust for Ornithology. The first, concerning the Mute Swan, was perhaps the most successful ever launched in the breadth of its appeal and response. A report of the results appears on page 8. The second, concerning the winter distribution of Coot, has not been so widely publicised. This was primarily because the organisation already existed for the provision of the required information through the medium of the monthly Wildfowl Counts. These counts now cover 27 waters in the Club's area, and the numbers of Coot held by these waters were considered to provide a sufficiently large sample of the total population. This enquiry is primarily concerned with the migrations of the species, and by regular counts from all parts of Britain it is hoped that the direction and magnitude of these movements will be determined. Observers have also been asked to report all aspects of flocking and feeding behaviour. The regular Wildfowl counts continue, and it is appropriate here to praise the pertinacity of counters in continuing with this long-term project. Several counters have not missed a visit to a water on the day of the count for the last nine years ; or, if they could not take the count personally, they have unfailingly arranged for a colleague to take their place. Without such co-operation, the effectiveness of the work of the Regional Organiser would be seriously reduced. Counters have, for the 1955-6 season, willingly added to their "chores" by counting the Coot and Great Crested Grebes as well, and are by far the most regular and abundant source of information for the "Bird Notes" in the monthly Bulletin. Counters will be asked during 1956 to provide a detailed description of the area of their count ; this is the first step in an ambitious project to compile a complete register of all waters known to, or likely to, hold Wildfowl in the British Isles. Three surveys have been initiated by the Club and its members. The first is really not an original survey, but a revision of the West Midland Bird Distribution Survey conducted by our Chairman during 1950. It appears in this Report, on page 10. The Urban Bird Survey was promised in the last Report, and was launched in January, 1956, when the purpose of the survey and the information required were explained in the January Bulletin. As the survey requires a year's run, not even a preliminary report will be possible before 1957. Two members, J. Sears and A. W. Cundall, have produced a Report on the Birds of Earlswood, comprising a brief description of the area and a Classified List of the birds recorded there. The purpose of this report was to provide the Nature Conservancy with evidence of the importance of the area ornithologically with a view to having it scheduled.

7 A cknowledgments. Once again I must thank those who have helped me during the year. Mr. Clay continues with his help at committee meetings, and Mr. Mirams has taken over full responsibility for the work involved in the Urban Birds Survey. Mr. Sears, although he has no such title, is rapidly becoming our Hon. Librarian. I would also like to say how much I appreciate the way in which members keep me so well supplied with information for the monthly Bulletins. The "Bird Notes" therein would be a very poor affair if they relied on personal observations. A. R. M. BLAKE.

FIELD MEETINGS REPORT Field Meetings were held throughout the year and continue to be well supported. One of the most popular meetings has always been that paid to the Northampton Sewage Farm and it is regrettable from an ornithological point of view that modernisation has rendered it unattractive to the passage migrants : fortunately we were able to obtain permission to visit the exterior farm at Nottingham where the authorities and members of the local bird club were most co-operative. Beginners field meetings were also held and appear to have been very much worth while. A. T. CLAY.

TREASURER'S REPORT The accounts for 1955 are printed on a later page. The surplus of £11 over the year is attributable to a variety of causes, including an increase in receipts from current subscriptions and an unusually low expenditure on indoor meetings. Although the increased subscription in 1957 will be of great help, rising costs are likely to make 1956 a difficult year financially, unless we all make an effort to get new members. N. SWINDELLS.

MUTE SWAN SURVEY A survey into the distribution of this species in Great Britain and Northern Ireland was organised by the B.T.O. during 1955. The Hon. Secretary, who acted as Regional Organiser, had access to all records received from the general public in response to Radio and Television appeals, with the result that the coverage was far more comprehensive than would otherwise have been possible in the West Midlands. 8 It was originally hoped that a census might be possible, but ultimately efforts were concentrated on the discovery of breeding pairs, non-breeding pairs and non-breeding herds. The result showed that 191 nests were found and that 20 non-breeding pairs were present, distributed as follows :—

Breeding Pairs with County Nests Non-Breeding Pairs

Warwicks. 65* 6 Worcs. 35 6 Staffs. 91 8

Total 191 20

* Includes two nests built by single birds.

Nesting sites were categorised as follows :— Small Reservoirs, Pools (incl. those formed due to subsidence) 62 Canals ...... 41 Rivers and Streams (particularly on Mill Pools) ...... 41 Ornamental Pools in Private Grounds and Public Parks ... 30 Gravel Pits 11 Large Reservoirs...... 6 Field-work was carried out during April, May and early June, and during that time non-breeding herds of some size were noted at :— R. Trent, Burton, Staffs 53—104 birds R. Severn, Worcester ...... Max. 55 birds Brandon Floods, near Coventry, Warwicks. ... Max. 47 birds R. Avon, Stratford, Warwicks. Max. 37 birds After this period, however, some remarkable increases in numbers of non-breeding birds were noted at some four larger reservoirs, notably at Belvide, Blithfield and Cannock Reservoirs, where the increases occurred in July. At Alvecote Pools, however, increases were recorded by the end of May. The sizes of these increases were :— Belvide Reservoir 18/6/55, 18 birds. 24/7/55, 107 birds. Blithfield Reservoir 24/6/55, 24 birds. 31/7/55, 76 birds. Cannock Reservoir June, 1955, 10 birds. 24/7/55, 27 birds. The information on breeding and non-breeding pairs was collated from 399 individual records, 116 of which came from members of the Birmingham and West Midland Bird Club, and the balance from the general public. It is interesting to note that, of the 191 nests reported, 120 of them were recorded by single observers only. 9 NOTES ON THE DISTRIBUTION OF CERTAIN OF THE BIRDS BREEDING IN THE CLUB'S AREA

The following notes have been compiled by Mr. F. Fincher, with the assistance of the Research Group. The information is not intended to be as detailed as the Dis- tribution Survey, published in 1951 and prepared by Mr. C. A. Norris, nor does it cover all the species breeding in the West Mid- lands. The distribution of the bird in the region as a whole is briefly summarized and points indicated on which further informa- tion is desirable. Any such information should be included on the record cards returned annually to the Editor.

TEAL. Thinly distributed as a nesting species. Any nesting records to be reported. BUZZARD. Well established in the Teme Valley in Worcestershire, with a few regular breeding sites in other parts of the area. In view of the drastic reduction in rabbits a careful watch on the species should be maintained. QUAIL. Occasional summer visitor in small numbers, mainly to the south of the area and on arable land. WATER-RAIL. Few breeding records but more numerous in winter. More attention would probably show it to be a scarce but regular breeder. LAPWING. Has decreased considerably in recent years but still widespread in small numbers as a breeding species. Breeding concentration should be reported. COMMON SNIPE. Frequent on wet open ground in winter but breeding distribution much more restricted and positive records required. WOODCOCK. Widespread in woods in winter but seems to be restricted to larger woods for nesting and all evidence of breeding welcomed. CURLEW. Has increased its range considerably in recent years, mainly on moors, heaths and moist grassland, but also on clear-felled and recently-planted woodlands. Precise details of habitat and evidence of breeding welcomed. REDSHANK. Thinly distributed in Staffordshire and Warwickshire, but much less general elsewhere, nesting mainly in riverside meadows. TURTLE-DOVE. A bird of overgrown hedges, bushy commons, edges of woods. General and fairly common in Worcestershire 10 and Warwickshire, but scarcer in Staffordshire and seems to be absent from extreme northern parts of that county. BARN-OWL. Previous decline seems to have stopped and may now be increasing. All evidence of breeding should be reported. LITTLE OWL. Nests throughout most of the area although perhaps less common than formerly in some parts. In most areas it is the commonest owl, but it appears to avoid woods. Partial to well-timbered hedgerows. NIGHTJAR. A bird of open woods and heaths. Distribution imperfectly known and all records should be reported. GREEN WOODPECKER. Breeding in deciduous woods, wooded heathland throughout the area and also fairly general in agricultural land in Worcestershire and Warwickshire. GREATER SPOTTED WOODPECKER. Found in wooded situations throughout the area and also often in hedgerow timber. Probably the most common of the three woodpeckers. LESSER SPOTTED WOODPECKER. Main haunts are deciduous woods, old orchards, parks, and old avenues. Appears to be uncommon but is probably often overlooked. All records should be reported. WOOD-LARK. A very local species in Worcestershire and parts of South Staffordshire, though apparently absent from Warwick- shire. All records to be reported. RAVEN. After an absence of nearly a century it resumed nesting in West Worcestershire in 1949 and has attempted to do so in Staffordshire. JACKDAW. Generally distributed and common in most areas, nesting mainly in old trees, quarries, ruins and often in buildings such as church towers, chimneys, etc. Evidence required as to preferred sites. Nests not in holes to be reported. COAL-TITMOUSE. A frequent resident in conifers, but also in small numbers in oak woods. Appears to be less common in South of Worcestershire and Warwickshire. MARSH-TITMOUSE. Appears to breed throughout area but nowhere common, nesting mainly in deciduous woods. WILLOW-TITMOUSE. Widespread but not common, with a preference for birchwoods and alder-fringed streams. Information also required on flocking habits, both of this species and the Marsh- Tit. NUTHATCH. Patchily distributed outside moorland and industrial areas but only regular in districts with much old timber. WHEATEAR. Mainly a bird of open, uncultivated ground, nesting in rocky places or rabbit-holes. Occasionally in wooded clearings as in South-West Staffordshire. More information required 11 as to habitat and the effect of reduction or extinction of rabbits through myxamotosis. STONECHAT. Has declined considerably in the area probably owing to hard winters and all information welcomed, including winter records. Usual haunts are gorse-clad heaths but also formerly on waste ground in the Black Country. WHINCHAT. This bird also appears to be less common than formerly and evidence of fluctuations required. Usually associated with heaths, hay fields, waste ground, young plantations and rough grazing, especially near water. REDSTART. Widely distributed but rather local and seldom at all common. Probably most common in Kinver area, but may be found in many places where old trees or dry stone walls provide the necessary nesting site. NIGHTINGALE. The north-west limit of its range comes within the club's area and it would be interesting to note its position and record fluctuations. At present absent from most of Stafford- shire except the extreme South-West and from North-East Worcestershire and North Warwickshire. GRASSHOPPER-WARBLER. Widespread but erratic in distribution, although often overlooked. May be found on heaths, young conifer plantations, felled woods, marshes and rough grassland. REED-WARBLER. Rather local and appears to be absent from much of North Staffordshire, North-West Worcestershire and South-East Warwickshire, usually confined to places where the Common Reed (Pkragmites) is abundant, but occasionally nests where similar conditions are provided by other plants. MARSH-WARBLER. Very local and almost confined to the Avon Valley and the Severn around Tewkesbury. Usual habitat seems to be tall herbaceous growth, not necessarily on wet ground, though such conditions are more frequent in damp places. LESSER WHITETHROAT. Appears to be rather local according to present knowledge, but probably often overlooked. Over- grown hedges, dense scrub and occasionally gardens are usual places. CHIFFCHAFF. Widespread throughout area, usually in mature woods, but also in large gardens. Common in some parts in more open country if hedges are well-timbered. WOOD-WARBLER. Fairly widespread where substantial areas of mature woodland occur, especially beech and durmast oak. In other habitats shows marked fluctuations. SPOTTED FLYCATCHER. Breeding throughout area and frequently common. Mainly a bird of large gardens, private parks and much less common in open countryside or in woodland. 12 MEADOW-PIPIT. Breeding records other than on heaths and moor- lands required. TREE-PIPIT. Some preference for lighter soils, also frequent in' open woodland and under closed canopy of durmast oak. GREY WAGTAIL. Most frequent in North-East Staffordshire and rare or absent from most of the area during summer, but nesting in South-West Staffordshire, North and North-West Worcester- shire and near Warwick. YELLOW WAGTAIL. Thinly and unevenly distributed. Most com- mon in Staffordshire. Usually found in water-meadows, grassland near water, rough grassland, heaths and arable land (especially vetches and similar crops). RED-BACKED SHRIKE. Has decreased considerably in recent years and is now rare. Most likely to be found on bushy heaths and railway embankments. HAWFINCH. Local but skulking and probably often overlooked. Mainly found in well-wooded deciduous areas. All records and details of habitat required. GOLDFINCH. Apparently absent from northern third of Stafford- shire. Elsewhere widespread but seldom common. Breeds mainly in orchards and large gardens. LINNET. Rather a local nesting bird. Considerable flocking occurs and winter records required. LESSER REDPOLL. Breeding regularly only in North Staffordshire but occasionally reported nesting elsewhere. Particulars of such records and habitat notes required. BULLFINCH. Breeds throughout area, but uncommon in North Staffordshire and in main industrial regions. Frequents outskirts of woods, spinneys, large gardens and thick hedges but more widespread in winter. YELLOW HAMMER. Generally distributed and common outside industrial and built-up areas. A bird of hedges, heaths and clear-felled woods. CORN-BUNTING. Only known as a regular breeder in the Cotswold fringe of South Warwickshire. Appears to prefer lime-rich soils. More information is required. CIRL BUNTING. Only known to nest in South-West Worcestershire. The restriction of its range may be mainly climatic. REED-BUNTING. Breeding throughout area in places with many different types of cover, but practically confined to wet or at least damp ground. TREE-SPARROW. Breeding throughout area usually in small colonies. Nests in a wide variety of holes. Seldom regarded as common, but is probably often overlooked. 13 CLASSIFIED NOTES (The number preceding the name of each bird refers to the Check-List of the Birds of Great Britain and Ireland.) I. Warwickshire. II. Worcestershire. III. Staffordshire. (See page 47 for key to contributors.) 1. Black-throated Diver. I. One seen at Bodymoor Heath on January 8th (G.A.A.) and up to January 10th (several observers). III. Two seen at Belvide on January 9th (several observers) and wailing calls heard (T.W.F., J.L.), and a diver on November 20th was believed to be of this species (R.B.). At Blithfield one was seen on April 10th (H.L.) and April 14th (R.T.) and single divers on March 13th and 20th were probably Black-throated (T.W.F., J.L., E.R.). 2. Great Northern Diver. III. A bird seen at Cannock Reservoir on January 7th (B.A.D., J.M.L.) was reported up to January 9th (several observers) and later found shot. 4. Red-throated Diver. III. Two seen under good con- ditions at Blithfield on March 9th, (D.G.W.H.). 5. Great Crested Grebe. I. At Brandon on August 28th, six pairs had a total of nine young (A.J.R.) ; and six young birds, on August 14th, was the maximum noted at Alvecote (G.A.A.) Four young reared from two pairs was a larger number at Earlswood than for some years (D.W.H.A., A.W.C., J.S.). III. The exceptional numbers recorded last autumn were not repeated at Blithfield, where about 100 on July 31st was the most recorded (A.R.B.) Few birds were successful in breeding owing to Carrion-Crows and lack of nesting sites. (T.W.F.). 55 were present at Belvide on August 28th (A.R.B.). 6. Red-necked Grebe. III. One seen at Cannock Reservoir on January 30th and identified by stocky, dusky neck and yellow on bill (J.M.L.). 7. Slavonian Grebe. III. One reported by several observers at Belvide between January 1st (R.G.B.B.) and February 13th (P.R.P.). 8. Black-necked Grebe. I. One in breeding plumage seen in Sutton Park on several dates between April 29th (J.L.). and July 7th (J.E.F.). Recorded at Rotton Park Reser- voir, Birmingham, from September 9th (W.L., M.J.M.L.) to October 11th (B.A.D.) and at Earlswood on November 4th (A.F.J.). Two seen at Bartley on October 8th (H.G.A., P.J.M.), and one between November 8th and 19th (P.J.M.) 14 III. A bird in breeding plumage seen at Blithfield on June 14th (J.L.). One reported from Belvide on January 30th (several observers), and one or two between September 16th (W.N.A.T.) and 26th (H.G.A.). 7/8. Slavonian/Black-necked Grebe. I. One seen at Alve- cote on March 20th (J.E.F.). II. A bird recorded at Bittell on September 30th (G.E.L.) III. Single birds seen at Blithfield on January 23rd, March 20th (T.W.F., J.L.), August 25th (H.L.), and October 9th (B.A.D.). 9. Little Grebe. I. The most seen at Alvecote, where three or four pairs bred, was 25 on December 18th (G.A.A.). Eight at Earlswood was more than previously recorded (A.W.C., J.S.), and one at Witton Lakes on October 27th (B.W.J.) was the first noted there by observer. At least four pairs bred at Brandon (A.J.R.). A pair had newly hatched young at Charlecote, on September 23rd (J.A.N.), II. One seen on August 9th at New Pool, Malvern, where unusual (P.J.C.) III. 90 were present at Blithfield on August 15th (C.D.T.M.). 28. Cormorant. III. 32 on November 27th and 28th (J.E.F., J.M.L.) was the most seen at Gailey, where two birds with the characteristics of the southern race were present on April 10th (J.L.). The most recorded at Aqualate, where they roost in willow trees, was 17 on November 27th (W.G.L.) and, at Belvide, 32 on December 6th (P.J.M.). 30. Heron. II. 32 counted at Bittell on September 4th (W.N.A.T.). 42. Spoonbill. III. A bird paid a brief visit to Blithfield on June 25th, when crest, black legs and spatulate bill were clearly seen before it flew off to the east with a grunting call (T.W.F., E.R.). 45. Mallard. I. The maximum counted at Alvecote was 125 on September 4th (G.A.A.) and at Patshull about 550 on January 17th (L.A.J.). II. An almost black bird was seen at Bittell on December 17th (P.J.M.). The most seen at Westwood Park was 165 on February 20th (F.C.), and at Bittell about 300 on January 22nd (D.G.). III. About 1,450 on October 9th was the most recorded at Blithfield (T.W.F., J.L.); 800 at Aqualate on January 23rd (D.F.H.); 450 at Copmere on the same date (A.H.); and, at Belvide, about 600 on January 3rd (B.A.D., J.M.L.). Nine Mallard's and three Pheasant's eggs were in a nest seen on May 6th at Gailey (J.L.), where about 250 birds was the most recorded in the winter months (M.J.R.). 15 46. Teal. I. At Alvecote, where a buff coloured bird was again seen, the most recorded was 200 on March 10th and 20th (G.A.A.). Nest found in coppice at Arbury on May 9th. Birds shot at Arbury in January had been ringed, as adults, at Abberton, on December 21st, 1953, and at New Grounds on November 18th, 1952, respectively (N.B.W.C.). III. About 750 on January 23rd (T.W.F., J.L.) and February 6th (B.A.D., J.M.L.) was the maximum counted at Blithfield where about three grown-up broods were reported on August 6th (C.D.T.M.). At Belvide the most counted was about 250 on January 3rd (J.M.L.) 47. Garganey. I. A pair at Attleborough Fields on April 3rd (N.B.W.C.) and up to three birds seen at Alvecote between May 1st and June 19th (G.A.A.). One recorded at Brandon on August 4th (A.J.R.), and two at Earlswood on September 3rd (A.W.C., J.S.). II. Three seen at Tardebigge on March 14th, an early date (W.N.A.T.). III. Single birds reported at Blithfield from April 2nd to 27th (J.L., C.D.T.M.), and two on August 14th (J.E.F., J.L.). One seen at Belvide on August 14th (P.R.P.). 49. Gad wall. III. Three were seen at Belvide on August 24th (R.J.B.), and one on September 25th (R.J.B., B.A.D.). One reported at Blithfield on August 21st (J.E.F.). 50. Wigeon. I. At Alvecote, 168 on March 20th was the maximum noted (G.A.A.). 230 were reported in the Shustoke area on March 19th (M.J.R.). II. About 200 on December 14th was the most recorded at BitteH. III. The most counted at Blithfield was about 950 on February 20th, and two pairs were present on May 22nd (T.W.F., J.L., E.R.) and two birds on July 31st (A.R.B.). The maximum at Belvide was about 350 on November 20th (M.J.R.). 52. Pintail. I. Single birds were reported from Middleton Hall on January 9th (T.M.T.) ; Sutton Park on February 13th and November 19th. (J.E.F.) ; and two at Bartley on November 24 (P.J.M.) At Alvecote, five were present on January 9th, two on the 23rd (G.A.A.) and one on December 20th (T.M.T.). One was seen at Coleshill from March 29th to May 12th (E.M.B., D.H.B.), and five at Brandon on March 20th (A.J.R.). II. Two seen at Dowles Brook on January 8th (R-B.) and one at Bittell on March 19th (R.S.B.). III. At Belvide a few recorded from January 2nd (B.W.J.) to March 18th (R.G.B.B.) and again from October 11th (P.J.M.), the most being 12 on January 31st (J.L.). One seen on August 28th (A.R.B., A.F.J.). Small numbers 16 occurred at Blithfield from January 23rd (several observers) to April 4th (C.D.T.M.) and from October 9th (T.W.F., J.L.) to December 27th (C.D.T.M.), the most being 25 on February 2nd (J.M.L.). Two or three seen at Gailey between January 9th (J.E.F., T.W.F., J.L.) and February 19th (M.J.R.). 53. Shoveler. I. Small numbers at several waters. 40 were seen at Brandon on September 2nd (A.J.R.) and 15 at Sutton Park on the 7th (J.E.F.). III. Recorded throughout the year at Belvide and Blithfield. Maxima recorded were about 40 at Belvide on February 20th (B.J.B.) and March 20th (M.J.R.), and about 85 in October, November and December (T.W.F., J.L.) at Blithfield, where three broods were noted on August 6th (C.D.T.M.). 80 were present at Gailey on October 22nd (M.J.R.) and eight at Cannock Reservoir on November 28th (J.M.L.). 54. Red-Crested Pochard. III. One seen at Blithfield on October 9th (J.E.F., A.F.J.) was recognised by brown plumage, pale cheeks, white wingbar, slender bill and steep forehead. A bird present on October 23rd (J.L.), believed to be the same, showed a ginger coloured fuzzy head. 55. Scaup. I. A pair seen at Alvecote from February 10th to 20th (G.A.A.) and one or two drakes at Brandon from April 24th (A.J.R.) to May 6th (J.E.). II. Single birds seen at Bittell on January 2nd (A.R.B.) and at Frankley on February 7th (R.B.). III. Single birds noted at Blithfield on March 16th (C.D.T.M.) and 20th (T.W.F., J.L., E.R.), September 11th (J.L.), October 9th (B.A.D.) and 10th (J.M.L.). At Cannock Reservoir one or two ducks seen by various observers from October 30th (J.E.F., A.F.J.) to December 27th (B.A.D.). 56. Tufted Duck. I. Maximum numbers noted at various waters were 122 at Alvecote on March 6th (G.A.A.); 90 at Rotton Park Reservoir on November 21st and 45 in Sutton Park, where 11 ducklings were reared by three pairs (J.E.F.). II. A pair bred successfully on a small pool in the Lickeys (C J.C., J.C.C.). III. About 300 on March 20th (T.W.F., J.L.) was the most counted at Blithfield and about 250 at Belvide on Decem- ber 18th (M.J.R.). At Belvide three broods were seen on August 1st (A.R.B.) and several at Blithfield in July (T.W.F.). The most recorded at Cannock Reservoir was about 100 on January 16th (A.F.J.) and 150 were counted at Gailey on February 20th (M.J.R.). 17 57. Pochard. I. Bred successfully at Alvecote, where 220 on February 20th was the most seen (G.A.A.). Maximum numbers recorded at other waters were 55 at Bodymoor Heath on December 27th ; 50 at Shustoke on March 19th (M.J.R.) ; 50 at Middleton Hall in the same month (G.A.A.) ; and 30 at Brandon on March 20th (A.J.R.). II. 50 were present at Bittell on March 19th and November 1st (P.J.M.). III. Maximum numbers estimated from various waters were 425 at Blithfield on January 23rd (T.W.F., J.L.) ; 150 at Belvide on March 13th (B.A.D.) and December 18th (M.J.R.) ; 120 at Cannock Reservoir on November 26th and 27th (A.F.J., M.J.R.) ; and 55 at Gailey on December 31st (J.G.W.). 60. Golden-Eye. I. Small numbers recorded from Witton Lakes, where uncommon, Bartley, Earlswood, Shustoke, Alvecote, Bodymoor Heath, Middleton Hall and Rotton Park Reservoir, Birmingham. II. Small numbers seen at Bittell, Westwood Park and Spring Pools, Rubery. III. The most seen at Blithfield was 55 on January 23rd (several observers). About 50 were present at Belvide on December 4th (M.J.W., B.W.), 18th, March 20th (M.J.R.) and also on April 10th (J.L.), when a compact flock of 41 flew and dived together. Five seen at Shustoke on February 19th (M.J.R.) and 38 at Aqualate on March 22nd (D.F.H.). Single birds reported at Cannock Reser- voir on a few dates in autumn, but no records from Gailey. 61. Long-tailed Duck. III. A duck was reported at Blithfield on February 6th (B.A.D.). Two immature birds, closely resembling Scoter ducks, were seen at Cannock Reservoir between November 22nd (P.J.M.), and December 27th (several observers) and the identification established by H.G.A. and other observers. Two additional but similar birds were seen at Gailey on Decem- ber 8th (J.L.). 64. Common Scoter. I. Single drakes were seen at Bartley on October 23rd (A.R.B.) and November 20th (A.R.B., P.J.M.). III. One or two birds seen at Belvide on January 9th, April 10th to 12th (several observers), June 2nd (J.E.F.) and July 17th (A.F.J.). One drake occurred at Cannock Reservoir on August 14th (several observers) and three ducks on December 18th (A.F.J., M.J.R.). A drake seen at Blithfield on October 9th (T.W.F., J.L.). 69. Red-breasted Merganser. III. Three drakes seen at Belvide on January 12th (R.G.B.B.). 18 70. Goosander. I. One or two reported in winter months from Bartley (A.R.B., P.J.M.), Packington (S.C.B.), and from Alvecote where five were present on December 18th (G.A.A.). II. One seen at Westwood Park on February 12th (P.J.M.) and 13th (W.N.A.T.). III. The most recorded at Belvide was about 35 on January 9th (T.W.F., J.E.F., J.L.) and, at Blithfield, about 60 on. December 27th (C.D.T.M.). 14 were seen at Aqualate on January 23rd (D.F.H.) and two at Cannock Reservoir on November 19th (P.J.M.). . Smew. No adult drakes reported in the area. I. One bird seen at Alvecote on various dates between January 23rd and March 17th (G.A.A.) ; three at Edgbas- ton Park Reservoir on February 8th (R.S.B., J.G.E.) ; one at Bartley on February 7th (R.B.) and 12th (A.F.J.) ; and one at Shustoke on February 19th(M.J.R.). II. One or two seen at Bittell from January 10th (W.N.A.T.) to 30th (A.F.J.), and again from December 16th to end of year (several observers). III. At Belvide one seen on January 30th (A.R.B., P.R.P.) ; at Cannock Reservoir one on December 18th (A.F.J., R.T.); at Gailey single birds on January 9th (J.E.F.) and Decem- ber 18th and three on the 31st (J.G.W.) ; and at Blithfield up to three between January 23rd and March 20th (T.W.F., J.L.) and from December 4th (D.G.W.H.) to 18th (several observers). . Shelduck. I. Three seen at Brandon on May 22nd (A.J.R.) ; one or two at Alvecote from August 15th to October 23rd (N.B.W.C.) ; one at Baginton on August 17th (R.T.) ; and two at Bartley on December 12th (M.C.W.E., P.J.M.). II. At Bittell, eight were present on April 22nd (W.N.A.T.) and two from September 4th (P.J.M., W.N.A.T.) to 10th (P.J.M.). III. One or two seen at Belvide from April 12th (R.G.B.B., J.E.F.) to May 11th (R.J.B.) and again on November 6th (B.W.J., M.J.W., B.W.) and 13th (R.B.) ; at Cannock Reservoir on January 7th (B.A.D., J.M.L.), May 8th (J.L.) and from October 23rd (A.F.J.) to November 19th (R.S.B., B.A.D.) ; and at Gailey on October 29th (J.E.F., D.J.M.) and November 2nd (H.G.A.). At Blithfield 20 seen on September 12th (C.D.T.M.) had left by the 14th and three were recorded from October 9th (several observers) to November 13th (J.L.). 76. White-fronted Goose. I. One at Arbury between Febru- ary 13th and March 22nd (N.B.W.C.). 19 II. Birds believed to be of this species heard at night over Sheriffs Lench, on March 24th (T.C.S.). Two seen at Westwood Park on January 23rd (F.C.) and one, which flew off south, near Worcester, on December 8th (H.H.G.). III. A flock of 15 flew low over Belvide on January 29th before flying off to the north (J.M.L., B.A.D.), and a single bird seen with Canada Geese from February 12th to 28th (several observers). Reported passing over Wylde Green on the night of April 8th (M.J.R.). 78. Pink-footed Goose. I. One flew over Alvecote to the north-east on January 9th, and two to west-south-west on the 23rd (G.A.A.). III. Single birds were seen at Gailey on January 9th (T.W.F., J.L.), and at Blithfield, with Canada Geese, on December 30th (C.D.T.M.). 75/78. Grey Geese. I. Flock heard near Nuneaton on March 13th (N.B.W.C.). III. About 12 seen in flight at Belvide on January 9th (R.G.B.B.), and 20 flew north over Eccleshall on April 12th (N.R.W.) 80. Brent Goose. III. A single bird of the pale-breasted variety was seen at Blithfield on December 18th. Size, rather larger than Mallard, white rear, black bill and neck, with white mark on latter, and pale biscuit brown flanks noted (T.W.F., J.L.). 82. Canada Goose. Recorded from most of the larger waters. I. 63 on August 28th was the most seen at Coleshill where two pairs nested (E.M.B.). II. The most seen at Bittell was 49 on August 28th, and observer noted during August that birds regularly roosted there after spending the day at Cannon Hill Park, Birming- ham (P.J.M.). Ten pairs nested unsuccessfully near Bishampton (A.J.H.). III. 95 on December 18th was the maximum recorded at Blithfield (J.E.F., J.M.L.) and, at Belvide, 43 on January 29th (B.A.D., J.M.L.). At Branston 51 were present on September 21st (G.A.A.) 85. Whooper-Swan. III. Four birds flew low to the north-east at Bloxwich on the unusual date of June 8th. Pale yellow based bills and silent flight noted (R.G.T.). 86. Bewick's Swan. I. At Brandon one seen on January 29th, five on the 30th and an immature present from April 17th to May 22nd (A.J.R.). Five, two immature, reported at Wootton Wawen from April 2nd to 8th (D.G.B.). Five birds seen at Bedworth for a short time on November 15th, may, from their calls, have been of this species (J.D.S.). III. Three, one adult, seen on the ice at Belvide on January 23rd (D.G.W.H.). 20 91. Buzzard. I. Records from several localities mainly in autumn and winter months. II. Reported from usual areas. Two watched feeding on crane flies in pasture during late September at Sheriffs Lench (A.J.H.) III. Several autumn and winter records. Recorded at Enville throughout April and May (J.L.) and probably bred at Aqualate where three young birds seen on the wing in July (W.G.L.). 99. Marsh-Harrier. I. On May 8th, the same date as in 1954, a bird, immature in this case, visited Alvecote (G.A.A.). An adult male was seen at close range on August 4th, when pale wing area was clearly noted (N.B.W.C.). 104. Hobby. I. One seen at Attleborough on April 21st (N.B.W.C.). II. A bird reported at Sheriffs Lench on August 14th (A.J.H.). III. One seen at Blithfield on July 31st and identified by size, long pointed wings, tapering tail and black moustachial streaks (A.R.B., A.F.J.). 105. Peregrine Falcon. III. Single birds seen at Belvide on October 30th (B.A.D.) and December 18th (R.J.B., A.F.J., M.J.W.). 107. Merlin. I. One seen near Caldecote on December 4th (N.B.W.C.) and another near Sutton Park on the 26th (R.T.). III. Single birds seen at Belvide on October 2nd (M.J.W., B.W.) and 22nd (M.J.R.) ; at Cannock Reservoir on November 20th (J.E.F.) ; and on Cannock Chase on December 4th (M.J.R.). 110. Kestrel. I. Seen during most months over city centre, Birmingham (S.C.B.). 117. Quail. II. Heard at Sheriffs Lench from July 13th to 15th (A.J.H.). 120. Water-Rail. I. Recorded in early spring, autumn and winter months from Arbury (N.B.W.C.), Sutton Park (J.E.F., J.L.), Alvecote, Atherstone (G.A.A.), Minworth (R.T.), Earlswood (A.W.C.), Napton (J.E.) and Ludding- ton (E.N.N.). II. Birds seen at Westminster Pool, Frankley, up to March 27th and from October 23rd to end of year (A.R.B.) with five on March 3rd (C.J.C.). Single birds seen at Bittell in winter or early spring and near Wilden on November 27th (several observers). III. Single birds recorded at Belvide on March 21st and 24th (R.G.B.B.), and December 10th (D.J.M.). 21 121. Spotted Crake. I. A bird seen swimming along edge of aquatic plants at Earlswood on September 3rd and 4th, when spotted upper parts and yellowish bill with red base noted (A.W.C., J.S.). 125. Corncrake. II. Heard near Evesham on June 17th and also near Tewkesbury in summermonths (H.M.D.T.). 127. Coot. I. The most counted at Alvecote was about 220 on December 18th (G.A.A.). 100 were present at Shustoke on February 19th (M.J.R.). II. 56 on March 12th was the most seen at Bittell (P.J.M.). III. At Cannock Reservoir the winter flock had not returned in the early months of the year after their unexpected disappearance, but in autumn the usual party of about 400 was again present. At Blithfield numbers in the autumn increased to about 1,250 on November 13th (T.W.F., J.L.), but had fallen to approximately 400 by the end of the year (C.D.T.M.). At Gailey 400 were estimated on October 22nd and about 300 at Belvide on December 18th (M.J.R.). 131. Oystercatcher. I. Birds heard calling at night on April 14th (M.J.R.) and August 10th (J.E.F.) over Sutton Coldfield were believed to be of this species. II. Three were seen at Bittell on May 7th and flew off to the north (P.J.M.). III. One recorded at Blithfield on March 16th (C.D.T.M.) and eight, an unusually large party, on May 29th (T.M.T.). At Belvide three were present on May 7th (R.G.B.) and, at Cannock Reservoir, one on July 24th (M.J.R.) and December 5th (K.H.T.). 133. Lapwing. I. Largest numbers reported were 500 at Bodymoor Heath on February 5th and Polesworth on November 13th (G.A.A.) ; 400 at Brandon on July 31st (A.J..R) and 112on Perry Barr playing fields, Birmingham, on November 10th (R.S.B.). Large movement westerly at the rate of 1,000 per hour noted throughout morning of February 19th in Tame Valley (M.J.R.). II. About 300 were seen near Bittell on February 12th (R.S.B.). An increase reported in breeding pairs in Sheriffs Lench district, but still below level in 1930's (A.J.H.). III. About 2,000 birds estimated on February 5th over Belvide (J.M.L.) where three nests inspected on April 10th (J.L.). At Drayton Bassett, 750 estimated on September 18th, and near Tamworth on October 15th (G.A.A.) ; 3,000 at Blithfield on December 4th (J.E.F., J.M.L.) ; 1,000 at Bonehill on December 27th (G.A.A.) and at Attleborough Fields on October 30th and November 26th (N.B.W.C.). 22 134. Ringed Plover. I. Small numbers recorded at Alvecote from April 22nd to May 15th, with four on May 14th, and again from August 7th to September 10th, with nine on September 1st (G.A.A., N.B.W.C.). One seen at Brandon on May 7th and recorded from August 2nd to September 2nd, with five on the last date (A.J.R.). II. Single birds seen at Bittell on August 14th (A.R.B.), August 23rd and November 7th (P.J.M.). III. At Belvide, recorded, usually in small numbers, from May 6th (J.L.), when 13 were present, to May 29th (P.R.P.) and again from July 28th (A.F.J.) to October 9th (D.G.W.H.), with 13 on October 3rd (K.H.T.). The only spring record at Blithfield was four on May 8th (T.W.F., J.L.). Autumn passage noted from July 31st (A.R.B., A.F.J.) to October 14th (J.L.), with late birds, twelve on November 20th (B.A.D., J.M.L.) and one on November 27th (J.L.). Maximum seen was 22 on September 3rd (A.F.J., C.D.T.M.). Whereas birds in early August were adults, all except one out of 15 on September 7th were immatures (C.D.T.M.). Up to four seen near Great Wyrley on May 22nd (J.E.F., M.J.R., D.J.S.) and single birds seen in the same month at Seighford Aerodrome (N.R.W.) ; single birds at Cannock Reservoir from August 4th to 14th (M.J.R.) and on October 23rd (J.E.F.) ; and one at Gailey on September 25th (M.D.H.).

135. Little Ringed Plover. I. One seen at Alvecote at close range by several observers on April 24th and diagnostic features noted (N.B.W.C.) 139. Grey Plover. II. One seen at Bittell on September 26th (W.N.A.T.) and calls heard there on October 9th (A.R.B.) were believed to be from this species. III. Two recorded at Blithfield on September 18th (several observers). 140. Golden Plover. Small numbers reported from various places in early spring, autumn and winter months. I. Two seen on Perry Hall playing fields, Birmingham, where not reported previously (R.S.B.). About 200 near Brandon on October 2nd and 30th (A.J.R.) and 250 near Attleborough Fields on November 26th (N.B.W.C.) III. Breeding pair seen on North Staffordshire moors on May 15th (T.W.F., J.L.). At Bonehill 200 were seen on January 29th and 300 on December 27th (G.A.A.) ; at Trescott, 380 on October 9th and 350 on December 18th (R.J.B.) ; and 140 flew north-west over Cannock Reservoir on April 12th (J.E.F.). Noted at Drayton Bassett on May 30th—a late date (G.A.A.). 23 143. Turnstone. III. At Belvide one seen from May 7th (P.R.P.) to the 19th (A.F.J.) and two on August 15th (D.J.M.). 145. Common Snipe. I. About 100 on March 13th was the most recorded at Alvecote, where two nests seen in river meadows on May 8th (G.A.A.). III. The most recorded at Blithfield was about 120 on October 2nd (J.L.), and an adult bird ringed there on August 28th was shot in Portugal on November 24th (C.D.T.M.). 146. Great Snipe. [I. A bird flushed at Longmoor Pool, Sutton Park, on November 5th, flew to the island and so could not be examined again. The flight was low and straight, there was a conspicuous amount of white on the tail and on rising it gave a quiet gutteral sound (B.W.J.)] 147. Jack Snipe. I. Recorded in small numbers in Sutton Park in winter months (several observers). One at Brandon on February 6th was the first seen there by observer (A.J.R.). At least six noted at Atherstone Sewage Farm on December 18th (N.B.W.C.). II. Small numbers reported in autumn, winter and early spring at Bittell and Westminster Pool, Frankley (several observers). III. Recorded from Belvide on January 12th (R.G.B.B.) and in small numbers from October 9th (S.C.B., K.I.D., M.J.W.) to December 21st (R.G.B.B.). Single birds seen near Sandwell Pool, West Bromwich, on October 23rd and 30th (K.I.D.) and one at Blithfield on November 27th (J.L.). 148. Woodcock. I. Recorded in winter from Arbury (N.B.W.C.), Wellesbourne (M.N., B.H.), Exhall (N.B.E.), Earlswood (J.S.), and, in spring, Chesterton Wood (J.L.) and Minworth (M.J.R.). II. Recorded in autumn from Frankley (A.R.B.), Bittell (P.J.M.) and Lickeys (A.F.J.), and, in spring, from Wyre Forest (R.S.B.), Castlemorton Common (P.J.C.), and Shatterford (E.L.W.). III. Recorded in winter from Gailey (R.T.), Little Wvrley (D.J.S.), Blithfield (T.W.F., J.L.), Belvide (S.C.B., B.J.B., K.I.D.) and Highgate Common, five birds, (A.F.J.) and, in spring, from Enville (S.C.B., M.M.C., K.I.D.) and Bagot's Wood (T.W.F., J.L., E.R.). 150. Curlew. Spring and autumn reports from many areas and breeding records from usual localities. I. Nested at Hawkeswell, near Coleshill (E.M.B.). III. Seen throughout the year at Blithfield with up to 50 from autumn to end of year and 60 on August 31st (C.D.T.M.) and October 9th (J.E.F.). 26 reported at Blackbrook Sewage Farm on July 19th (R.J.B.). 24 151. Whimbrel. I. Single birds seen at Ufton Quarry on May 7th (J.A.N., M.N.) and at Brandon on August 19th (A.J.R.). A party was heard passing over Wylde Green at night on May 8th (M.J.R.) and 13 flew west over Rotton Park Reservoir on September 4th (M.J.M.L.) III. Single birds recorded at Cannock Reservoir on May 29th (J.E.F.), at Belvide on July 24th (A.R.B., A.F.J.), and at Blithfield from August 15th to September 5th (C.D.T.M.) 154. Black-tailed Godwit. I. At Brandon one seen on April 10th and 11th and from August 21st to 23rd (A.J.R.). III. Three occurred at Belvide on April 23rd and one at Black- brook Sewage Farm on August 22nd (R.J.B.). 155. Bar-tailed Godwit. III. One seen at Blithfield on May 8th. (T.W.F., J.L.). 156. Green Sandpiper. Records from many localities. I. Up to three seen at Alvecote from July 17th to October 1st (G.A.A.). Wintered at Coleshill Sewage Farm (R.T.), where five reported on September 17th (J.E.F.) and three on the 18th (A.F.J., M.J.M.L.). One seen at Brandon on April 3rd and 17th and up to three from July 20th to September 11th (A.J.R.) Winter records from Atherstone Sewage Farm (H.L.) and Oldbury Reservoir where five were present on November 3rd (N.B.W.C.). III. Single birds recorded in autumn at Belvide. Wintered at Blithfield, where seen in January (several observers) and again from July 31st (A.R.B., A.F.J.) to December 4th (J.M.L.), the maximum being 11 seen flying as a party at dusk on August 31st (C.D.T.M.). Seen at Blackbrook Sewage Farm during winter and autumn, the most being five on July 22nd (R.J.B.). Two seen near Bridgetown on March 29th (G.C.L.). 157. Wood-Sandpiper. I. At Alvecote, small numbers, usually single birds, seen on June 18th, an unusual date, and during period August 13th to September 23rd. (G.A.A.). One seen at Brandon on May 7th and September 11th (A.J.R.) Two reported at Coleshill Sewage Farm on September 17th and 18th (several observers). III. Single birds were seen at Belvide from August 14th (P.R.P.) to September 4th (D.G.W.H.). At Blithfield one was recorded on May 29th (T.M.T.) and small numbers from August 6th (R.T.)~to September 7th (C.D.T.M.), the most being three on September 1st (C.D.T.M.) and 4th (T.W.F., J.L., P.R.P.). At Blackbrook Sewage Farm two noted on August 8th and one on the 17th (R.J.B.). 159. Common Sandpiper. Small numbers of birds on passage in spring and autumn at many waters. 25 I. At. Alvecote small numbers recorded from April 23rd to May 15th, and again from July 17th to September 25th, with seven during the last week in August (G.A.A., H.L.). At Brandon spring passage noted from May 1st to 14th and return passage, again one or two, over the same period as at Alvecote (A.J.R.). Single birds seen at Ufton Quarry and Chesterton on May 7th (M.N.). II. Five on April 26th was the most recorded at Bittell (P.J.M., K.H.T.). III. At Blithfield single birds seen on May 8th (J.L.) and June 19th (K.H.T.) and autumn passage noted from July 31st (A.R.B., J.E.F., A.F.J.) until October 23rd (A.F.J., J.L.), the maximum seen being eight on the first date. Recorded at Belvide from April 15th (B.A.D.) to May 22nd (M.J.R.) with eight on April 27th (M.M.B., E.M.G.) and again from July 9th (A.F.J.) until September 11th, when seven were present (B.A.D.). One seen at Cannock Reservoir on April 29th (J.L.) and May 14th (M.J.R.) and up to three from June 25th to September 11th (J.E.F., A.F.J.). 161. Redshank. Spring, summer and autumn occurrences from many localities but few winter records. I. One winter record on January 2nd from Alvecote, where four or five pairs nested (G.A.A.). Probably bred at Brandon (A.J.R.). II. One seen at Wilden Pool on March 26th (M.D.H.), where unusual. Seen in water meadows near Tewkesbury in breeding season (P.J.C.) and at Upton Warren (F.F.) III. Breeding reported from Belvide (several observers) and probably at Great Wyrley (D.J.S.) and Cannock Reservoir (J.E.F.). No winter records from Cannock Reservoir or at Blithfield, where no birds seen after September 8th (C.D.T.M.). One seen at Belvide in November and December. A single bird called repeatedly on July 5th at Stafford Common where rarely observed (N.R.W.). 162. Spotted Redshank. I. Single birds reported at Alvecote from August 18th to October 1st, with three on August 20th (G.A.A., H.L.). Three seen at Earlswood on August 21st (A.W.C., J.S.) and one at Brandon from August 28th to September 2nd (A.J.R.). One seen at Bournville, Birmingham, from September 22nd to 30th (L.J.C.) was an unusual occurrence. II. One recorded at Bittell from September 12th to 18th (F.F., A.F.J., P.J.M.). III. One or two occurred at Blithfield from August 15th (C.D.T.M.) to September 25th (J.E.F., H.L.), with three on September 4th (P.R.P.) and 11th (J.L.). The bird present on the first date was ringed by the observer and subsequently captured alive on September 4th at 26 Perpignan, France, near Pyrenees. At Belvide one seen on September 18th (P.R.P.), 25th (several observers), and 26th (H.G.A.), and one present at Blackbrook Sewage Farm on August 14th (R.J.B.). 165. Greenshank. I. More than usual at Alvecote in autumn where noted from July 16th to October 16th with a maxi- mum of 13 in early September (G.A.A. H.L.). Spring records from Ufton Quarry on May 7th (J.A.N., M.N.) and Brandon on May 8th, where up to three occurred in autumn from August 14th to September 24th (A.J.R.). One seen at Bartley on July 24th (A.R.B.) ; one or two at Earlswood during August (several observers) and at Coleshill on August 28th and September 5th (E.M.B.) II. One flew over Sheriffs Lench on August 9th (T.C.S.) and one seen at Bittell on August 25th and 28th (P.J.M.). III. No spring records. At Blithfield recorded from August 7th (C.D.T.M.) to September 24th (J.L., R.T.) with 11 on September 18th, the maximum seen (T.W.F., J.L.). Noted from August 10th (A.F.J.) to September 11th (R.J.B.) at Belvide, where five on August 23rd (M.J.W.) was the most seen. Single birds seen at Blackbrook Sewage Farm on September 22nd (J.L.) and 24th (A.F.J.) . 169. Knot. III. Single birds seen at Blithfield on August 8th (C.D.T.M., R.T.), in summer plumage, and October 9th (T.W.F., J.L.) and December 21st (C.D.T.M.). At Blackbrook Sewage Farm, one seen on September 7th (R.J.B.). 171. Little Stint. Only single birds seen this year. I. One seen at Brandon on August 6th (N.B.W.C.) and on September 24th at Alvecote where unusual (B.W.J.). III. Present at Blithfield from September 18th to October 9th. and seen at Belvide on September 18th and 25th (several observers). 173. Temminck's Stint. III. A bird which paid a brief visit to Belvide on the late date of October 16th and left to the south-west was identified by call-note, size, dark breast and towering flight (M.J.R., P.R.P.). 178. Dunlin. I. Noted at Alvecote in spring from April 1st to May 15th, with maximum of nine on May 6th, and again from July 17th to November 20th, with nine on September 24th (several observers). Seen at Brandon from March 20th to May 15th, with four on each of these dates, and in autumn from July 17th to October 23rd (A.J.R.), with six on September 11th (A.W.H.W.). Unusual at Sutton Park and Earlswood where single birds seen on May 16th (J.E.F.) and November 20th (A.W.C., J.S.) respectively. II. Two seen at Bittell from August 31st to September 18th (several observers). 27 III. At Belvide two seen on February 28th (J.G.W.) and birds recorded from April 3rd (B.W.J.) to May 29th with about 30 on May 7th (A.F.J., P.R.P.) ; and again from July 24th (A.R.B., A.F.J.) to December 18th (several observers), usually less than ten, but 31 on September 17th (D.J.M.) and 18th (J.D.R.V.). Seen at Blithfield from March 20th (J.L.) to May 8th (T.W.F., J.L.) with 14 on the last date ; and again from July 12th (J.L.) to December 27th (C.D.T.M.), the maximum being about 40 on Septem- ber 18th (several observers). Six seen at Cannock Reservoir on April 12th (J.E.F.) and up to three from July 10th to October 30th (J.E.F., A.F.J.). 179. Curlew-Sandpiper. II. One seen at Bittell on August 25th (P.J.M.). III. In spring single birds seen at Belvide on April 2nd (D.J.M.), an unusual date, and in summer plumage on May 15th (several observers) ; in autumn two seen on September 6th (R.G.B.B.). At Blithfield, one seen on September 1st (H.L.), September 19th (G.A.A.) and October 23rd (D.G.W.H., J.E.F., J.L.). 181. Sander ling. I. One seen on May 16th in Sutton Park, where not recorded previously (J.E.F.). III. In spring one or two seen at Belvide from May 1st (M.J.W., B.W.) to the 22nd (A.F.J.) and on the last date a party of seven (A.F.J.) on concrete embankment at Blithfield had increased to nine later in the day (T.W.F., J.L., E.R.). Only one autumn record, a single bird being seen at Belvide on August 21st (B.A.D.). 184. Ruff. I. Two seen at Alvecote on June 3rd and 4th, and up to four from August 15th to 23rd (G.A.A.). One recorded at Brandon on April 24th and from July 17th to 20th ; up to five seen from August 27th to October 2nd (A.J.R., A.W.H.W.). At Baginton one noted on Septem- ber 13th (W.N.A.T.). II. Single birds reported at Bittell from September 11th (several observers) to 18th (F.F.). III. Recorded at Belvide from August 28th (J.L.) to September 25th (R.S.B., B.A.D., R.J.B.), the maximum being three on September 4th (several observers), and 6th (D.G.W.H.). At Blithfield occurred from August 10th (R.T.), to Septem- ber 25th (H.L.), the most seen being ten on September 12th (C.D.T.M.) and 18th (T.W.F., J.L.). Two birds seen at Blackbrook Sewage Farm on April 22nd and 24th (R.J.B.) and one at Cannock Reservoir on August 17th (R.S.B., M.C.W.E.). 198. Greater Black-backed Gull. Odd birds seen at several waters mainly in autumn and winter months. 28 II. Three birds seen regularly from March to August at Worcester Waterworks and again from end of November (Miss Barton). 199. Lesser Black-backed Gull. Recorded in all months of the year at various localities. I. One at Bartley on October 8th was believed to be of the Scandanavian race (P.J.M.). II. 24 recorded at Westwood Park on March 17th (W.N.A.T.) III. About 40 roosted at Cannock Reservoir on February 27th (P.J.M.) and 61 at Belvide on October 30th (J.E.F., M.J.W.) with one believed to be of Scandinavian race on February 6th (M.J.R.). 200. Herring-Gull. Recorded from many areas in spring, autumn and winter months. III. About 300 roosted at Cannock Reservoir on February 5th (A.F.J.). At Belvide over 500 were present just before dusk on December 19th (D.G.W.H.), and at dusk on the 27th, in a gathering of approximately 5,000 gulls., about a third Were believed to be Herring-Gulls (N.B.W.C.). 38 on December 4th was the most seen at Aqualate (W.G.L.). 201. Common Gull. II. Present in larger numbers than usual throughout the south-east of the county from mid- July to early September (A.J.H.) and 200 reported at Sheriffs Lench on September 1st (T.C.S.). III. 50 at Blithfield on August 14th was more than usually seen there (C.D.T.M.). At Cannock Reservoir 20 roosted on February 20th (J.L.). 207. Little Gull. III. An immature bird identified at Cannock Reservoir on December 3rd by size, dark crown, distinctive wing pattern and buoyant flight (B.A.D.) 208. Black-headed Gull. I. At least two pairs nested at Branston where six juveniles seen in flight (C.C.) and also nested unsuccessfully at Coleshill (E.M.B.). A notable influx recorded at Alvecote on August 11th (G.A.A.) and on August 13th about 100 birds arrived at Rotton Park Reservoir from the west and south-west (M.J.M.L.). 2,000 were estimated roosting at Shustoke on March 9th (P.J.M.). II. Up to 1,000 roosted at Bittell during latter half of Decem- ber (P.J.M.). III. Estimated numbers roosting at various waters were 4,700 at Aqualate on December 4th (W.G.L.) ; 3,500 at Belvide in mid-November (P.J.M., B.A.D.) ; 2,500 at Cannock Reservoir on February 5th (A.F.J.) and November 19th (R.S.B.) ; and 1,500 at Blithfield on February 6th (B.A.D.) 211. Kittiwake. I. One seen in flight and at rest at Stratford on February 12th (S.G.G.). One flew east at Attleborough Fields on December 26th (N.B.W.C.). 29 212. Black Tern. I. At Alvecote seen from May 31st to June 20th, with eight on June 2nd, and also on August 11th and September 22nd (G.A.A., N.B.W.C.). One reported at Bartley on September 11th (G.E.L.) and at Earlswood on September 22nd (per A.W.C.). II. Seven seen at Bittell on June 3rd (G.C.L.), two on June 10th (R.S.B., M.C.W.E., J.G.E.) and one from September 12th to 19th (T.D., A.F.J., P.J.M.). III. Up to three seen at Belvide from May 28th (M.J.W., J.G.W.) to June 4th (R.J.B.) and from August 11th (J.D.R.V.) to September 14th (K.I.D.) with three on September 8th (J.L.) and a late bird on October 11th (P.J.M.). One seen at Cannock Reservoir on May 29th (J.E.F., M.J.R.) and June 5th and from July 10th (J.E.F.) until September 18th (A.W.C., M.J.R.) with five on August 12th (A.F.J.). At Blithfield single birds reported on May 29th (T.M.T.), September 10th (A.F.J.), 11th (J.E.F., J.L.), 25th (H.L.), and three on September 8th (C.D.T.M.). One seen at Aqualate on September 25th (W.G.L.). 217. Common Tern. I. One or two noted at Alvecote on May 8th (N.B.W.C.) and from June 7th to July 21st (G.A.A.) and at Rotton Park Reservoir on August 16th (M. J.M.L.). II. One seen at Bittell on May 15th (P.J.M.). III. At Belvide one seen on May 29th (P.R.P.), two on the 30th (A.F.J.), five on May 8th (several observers) and two on the 28th (M.J.W.). One or two occurred at Blithfield on May 17th (J.L.) and August 12th (C.D.T.M.). One seen at Cannock Reservoir on May 15th (M.J.R.). 218. Arctic Tern. I. One seen in Sutton Park on July 10th (M.J.R.) and at Alvecote on September 3rd and 4th (several observers). III. One seen at Belvide on May 29th (J.E.F., M.J.R.) and one or two reported from August 1st (A.R.B., A.F.J.) to October 23rd (M.J.W.). Three reported at Blithfield on Mav 1st (P.R.P.) and one at Cannock Reservoir on August 13th (J.E.F.). 217/218. Common/Arctic Tern. I. Three seen at Alvecote on May 6th and one on May 8th (G.A.A.). Two present at Bartlev on August 13th (M.J.M.L.) and one at Rotton Park Reservoir on September 22nd (W.L., M.J.M.L.). II. One seen at Bittell on August 15th (H.H.G.) and Septem- ber 14th (T.D.). III. At Belvide one seen on June 25th (J.E.F.) and one or two from September 6th (R.G.B.B.) to October 16th (D.G.W.H., M.J.R.). One or two reported at Blithfield from April 18th (R.T.) to June 19th (K.H.T.), five on 30 July 31st (J.E.F.) and one on August 10th (R.T.). Single birds noted at Cannock Reservoir on August 1st (A.R.B.) and 12th (J.L.). 219. Roseate Tern. III. One at Blithfield on May 7th was identified by black bill with red base, long streamers, red legs, pinkish breast and harsh call (J.M.L.). At Belvide on May 28th a bird seen on the ground next to Common Terns had long streamers and an all black bill with a small area of red at base (M.J.W.). 222. Little Tern. II. One seen at Bittell on August 15th (P.J.M.). III. At Belvide three present on May 7th (P.R.P., M.P.) and two on the 19th (A.F.J., J.L.). One occurred at Blithfield on April 27th (J.L.). (P.J.M.). At Belvide three present on May 7th (P.R.P., M.P.) and two on the 19th (A.F.J., J.L.). One occurred at Blithfield on April 27th (J.L.). 223. Sandwich Tern. I. Four birds flying to the north-west along the river Tame on May 21st over Fort Dunlop, Birmingham, were believed from flight and calls to be of this species (B.W.J.). One seen at Attleborough Fields on June 10th (N.B.W.C.) and at Bedworth from June 22nd to 24th (J.D.S.). 232. Stock-Dove. I. 75 seen in a flock near Tamworth on October 15th (G.A.A.). III. Flock of about 50 seen at Blithfield on November 13th with Wood-Pigeons (T.W.F., J.L.). 234. Wood-Pigeon. I. A few passed to south or east over Wylde Green from October 17th to November 12th with at least 200 per hour going south-east on the last date (M.J.R.). III. Bird at Eccleshall heard cooing in moonlight on April 6th (N.R.W.). 237. Cuckoo. I. Fewer birds than usual reported in Exhall area (N.B.E.) but usual breeding numbers occurred in Tamworth district (G.A.A.). One seen flying over centre of Coventry on April 8th (A.W.H.W.). Two young were successfully reared in a Mistle-Thrush nest at Caldecote (N.B.W.C.). II. Birds were scarce at Malvern throughout the season (L.R.G., M.P.S.). 241. Barn Owl. I. One noted daily during cold weather near Northfield district of Birmingham was frequently seen to hover (I.L.F.). III. A bird seen near Wyrley on September 7th was the first seen there by observer for some years (D.J.S.). 246. Little Owl. I. A large population reported in agricultural areas around Tamworth (G.A.A., M.A.A.). Said to be increasing in Exhall district (N.B.E.). 31 249. Short-eared Owl. III. At Cannock Reservoir one seen on March 27th and, after capturing a mouse, caught its talons in the long grass and allowed a close approach before struggling free (A.T.E.) A bird noted on November 13th (A.F.J.). 252. Nightjar. I. Up to three birds present in Sutton Park throughout summer (D.J.M.) and recorded from Longdon in May (D.H.W.). II. Reported in breeding season from Kidderminster (S.E.B., D.H.N.), Randan Woods (F.F.), the first for several years, and Abbots Morton (J.L., T.C.S.). One seen on passage at Sheriffs Lench on September 19th (T.C.S.) III. One heard on July 16th in Hopwas Wood (G.A.A.). 255. Swift. I. Some passage noted at Exhall to the south-east on July 23rd (N.B.E.) and to the south west over Wilnecote on the same date and also at the end of the month (G.A.A.). Spring passage noted at Coventry from May 2nd and was heavy, to the north-east, on the 23rd (A.W.H.W.). 258. Kingfisher. I. One or two pairs bred at Alvecote (G.A.A.) Birds recorded in Sutton Park throughout the summer (J.E.F.). 259. Bee-eater. I. A bird seen near Minworth on May 14th was described as being larger than a Starling, had vivid blue-green on the breast, bright yellow on the back and gave a throaty whistling call as it flew (W. Breeden). II. Two birds seen at Kidderminster from indoors on Septem- ber 2nd making flights from a wireless aerial were from the description probably of this species (J. L. Jarvis). Long beak, long tail, dark brown marking on the side of face and neck, and light throat noted together with some yellow colouring which first attracted attention. 261. Hoopoe. II. A bird seen in flight near Kidderminster on May 8th, when long curved bill, black and white barred wings and slightly raised crest noted (B.A.D.). 262. Green Woodpecker. I. A bird, seen frequently near Northfield district of Birmingham, had regular routine of visits and perching sites (I.L.F.). 264. Lesser Spotted Woodpecker. I. One seen at Caldecote on January 19th (N.B.W.C.), near Solihull, on April 9th (P.J.B.) in Edgbaston Park, Birmingham, on April 22nd and 26th (R.S.B., J.G.E.), and near Sutton Park on December 5th (M.J.R.). Said to nest regularly at Astley (N.B.W.C.). II. Single birds recorded at Dowles Brook on January 8th (R.B.) ; in the Lickeys on February 12th and April 29th (A.F.J.) ; at Stourport on March 5th (M.D.H.) ; and near Malvern on December 31st (P.J.C.). 32 III. Recorded near Belvide on January 9th (B.J.B., S.C.B., K.I.D.) and near Blithfield on August 21st (M.J.W.), and November 20th (B.A.D., J.M.L.). 265. Wryneck. I. One seen near Knowle early in June (A.E.B.) and a bird seen and heard near Four Oaks on April 30th (E.M.G.). III. A bird seen at Kinver on April 24th first attracted attention by the call (J.F.L.). 271. Wood-Lark. II. Usual records from Kidderminster (D.H.N.), Stourport, Hartlebury Common (M.D.H.) and Malvern Hills (P.J.C.). One seen near Wilden on October 9th (M.D.H.). III. Usual records from Enville (A.F.J., J.L.) and Kinver (R.S.B., A.F.J.). 272. Skylark. I. Passage mainly to south or south-west noted in Tame Valley from September 7th to October 12th, with a marked movement on October 2nd (G.A.A., M.A.A.). Numbers moved south-south-west over Erdington during October (J.E.F., B.W.J.) and south-east over Exhall during September and October (N.B.E.). On October 24th passage over Wylde Green noted to west and north- west at rate of 100 per hour (M.J.R.). Flock of about 200 noted near Barr Beacon on December 21st (J.E.F.). II. Flock of about 100 seen at Worcester on December 23rd (P.J.C-). III. 250 present at Trescott on February 27th (R.J.B.) 274. Swallow. I. Numbers in the roost in reeds at Alvecote had reached about 2,000 on August 31st, and smaller num- bers recorded in reeds at Two Gates. 5,000 roosting at Hartshill on September 14th had gone by the 21st (H.L.). Autumn movement first noted on August 8th and a marked passage south seen along river Anker on September 17th (M.A.A., G.A.A.). Said to be fewer than usual in summer at Exhall (N.B.E.). II. Peak of spring passage along Malvern Hills was in period April 13th to 20th. Autumn movement recorded from August 7th with a heavy passage on September 17th (P.J.C.). At Sheriffs Lench parties moved south or south-west from September 18th to 23rd (T.C.S.). A number, with some House-Martins and Sand-Martins, perched in dense foliage of a hawthorn at Bittell on May 1st during a heavy shower (A.R.B.). III. A bird entered a kitchen at Seighford in July and picked off a fly from a fly-paper before flying out again (N.R.W.). A late bird seen at Brewood on November 13th (T.W.H.). 276. House-Martin. I. In Tame Valley area autumn move- ment to south or south-west noted from August 17th to September 29th (M.A.A., G.A.A.). Large numbers seen 33 each evening over Earlswood from September 17th to 23rd (A.W.C., J.S.). At Wellesbourne birds appeared at a new site late in May but apparently no successful breeding from 14 nests owing to interference from House-Sparrows (J.A.N.) II. Southerly movement noted along Malvern Hills from August 7th with large flocks around September 20th (P.J.C.). At Sheriffs Lench a heavy passage occurred on September 23rd (T.C.S.). III. A bird was seen at Wolverhampton on the early date of March 31st and remained for some days at least (M.F.B.). 277. Sand-Martin. I. About 500 birds gathered on bare ground at Pooley Hall Colliery on July 21st apparently picking up grit (H.L.). 279. Raven. II. One or two seen and heard on Malvern Hills on August 7th (P.J.C.), September 10th (G.C.L.), 20th (P.J.C.) and 21st (M.P.-S.). 280. Carrion-Crow. I. On October 27th and 30th three birds seen raiding a walnut tree near Exhall, flying high and dropping nuts presumably to crack them (N.B.E.). One or two recorded in City Centre, Birmingham, in March and December (L.R.B., G.E.L.). II. 47 counted in water meadows at Fladbury, on April 17th (T.C.S.). III. About 50 seen near Pattingham on December 31st (R.J.B.). 281. Hooded Crow. III. One, with Carrion-Crows, at Pattingham, on December 31st (R.J.B.). 282. Rook. I. An increase reported in number of rookeries in the county (L.R.B., G.C.). II. In south of county one of four nests blown down by gale on May 4th, contained three young birds and landed right way up. The parent birds continued to feed them for six days until they left the nest (A.J.H.). Rookery on power station grid, Stourport, noted previously in 1953, was again in use (M.D.H.). 283. Jackdaw. III. A pied bird seen at Ellenhall on March 13th (N.R.W.). 286. Jay. I. On October 30th birds seen flying regularly from Chesterton Wood across fields, carrying acorns, and returning for more presumably after burying them (J.L.)- 289. Blue Tit-mouse. III. A pair at Eccleshall on May 31st, took over, a deserted nest containing well-incubated Great Tit's eggs. Five eggs were laid and hatched, leaving the original eggs behind (N.R.W.). 290. Coal Tit-mouse. I. Seen on very few occasions in Tamworth district (G.A.A.). 293. Willow Tit-mouse. II. Seen excavating a nest hole near Malvern on April 17th (P.J.C.). 34 III. Pair visited nut-feeder in Walsall garden from February until May (F.B.W.). 294. Long-tailed Titmouse. III. A party of about 35 seen near Blithfield on November 10th (P.j.M.). 296. Nuthatch. II. A pair on the Lickeys came to feet of observer for food which was then wedged into cracks of bark before eating even when the food consisted of soft pastry or cake (A.F.J.). III. One seen in Hopwas Wood on January 22nd was the first recorded for the area (G.A.A.). 298. Tree-creeper. III. A party of at least ten seen at Enville on January 9th (A.F.J.). 300. Dipper. II. One seen on a small brook in Shrawley Woods on October 8th (R.T.). Nest seen on Dowles Brook on May 12th without the usual canopy (P.J.M.). 301. Mistle-Thrush. I. A flock of 30 recorded in Sutton Park on October 15th (J.E.F.). Fairly common in Tamworth district where it has increased in recent years (G.A.A.). II. At least 70, with Redwings, seen feeding on rowan berries on the Lickeys on November 13th (A.R.B.) 302. Fieldfare. I. About 150 seen at Bartley on January 8th (G.E.L.) ; 300 going east-north-east on January 9th, at Wilnecote (G.A.A.) ; 300 at Atherstone on April 3rd, and at least 350 at Attleborough Fields on the 4th (N.B.W.C.) ; 100 at Exhall on February 14th (N.B.E.) ; 500 in Sutton Park on October 29th (J.E.F.) and December 21st (J.G.W.) ; and 400 at Middleton on December 17th (G.A.A.). Birds seen moving to the north-west over Wylde Green in period October 17th to 27th with maximum rate of about 100 per hour on the first date (M.J.R.). II. 400 on April 4th at Tardebigge (W.N.A.T.); 250 in Lickey Woods on December 8th (R.S.B.) ; 350 in Cofton Woods on December 18th (R.S.B.). Large flocks flew south over Malvern Sewage Farm on November 8th (M.P.-S.). III. 200 flew north-east near Upper Stonnall on January 30th (J.E.F.) ; about 300 seen near Gailey on February 5th (J.M.L.) ; 170 near Rugeley on April 2nd (J.M.L.) ; 200 on April 13th near Garmelow, where about 50 flew north- east on the 15th (N.R.W.) ; 400 on April 8th near Great Wyrley had left shortly afterwards (D.J.S.) ; and 150 were seen at Cannock Reservoir on November 27th (A.R.B.). 303. Song-Thrush. I. Noted passing over Wylde Green mainly to north-east at rate of about 20 per hour on October 14th (M.J.R.). 35 II. Nested successfully on ground under tomato plants in a commercial greenhouse at Offenham (A.J.H.). A pair at Malvern used one nest to rear two broods for the third year in succession (M.P.-S.). 304. Redwing. Much scarcer in autumn than Fieldfares (several observers). I. The most seen in the Tame Valley district was 100 moving south-east in small flocks at Wilnecote on January 5th (G.A.A.). Heavy nocturnal passage heard over Handsworth area of Birmingham on October 23rd to 24th (S.C.B.) Heard over Wylde Green from October 17th to 27th, with a peak on the 24th and thousands of birds reported in Sutton Park on October 30th (M.J.R.). One seen near Nuneaton on September 13th—an early date (N.B.W.C.). II. About 250 seen on Lickeys on November 13th (A.R.B.). About 200 reported near Bittell on April 2nd and at least 300 on December 14th (P.J.M.). A party of ten birds seen there on March 20th which differed from the others in having deep brown mantles, dark faces and very darkly streaked breasts may have been of the Icelandic race (A.R.B.). III. About 500 seen at Belvide on November 13th (B.A.D.). 307. Ring-Ouzel. III. Nested as usual on the North Stafford- shire moors (T.W.F., J.L.). 308. Blackbird. I. An almost white bird reported from Attle- borough (N.B.W.C.). An influx noted in Sutton Park on November 20th (J.E.F., J.L.). II. Juvenile seen "anting" on lawn at Sheriffs Lench on mornings of July 1st and 2nd (A.J.H.). III. Records of 62 nests kept in Malvern district including one found on April 26th containing five eggs together with two Song-Thrush eggs (M.P.-S.). 311. Wheatear. Many records of birds on passage. II. Eight seen near Bittell on May 20th (P.J.M.) and 16 near Bromsgrove on March 29th (F.F.) Pairs present on Malvern Hills in breeding season (M.P.-S.). III. Six recorded at Cannock Reservoir on August 4th (G.A.A.). Birds seen in breeding season at Enville, Kinver (A.F.J.) and North Staffordshire moors (T.W.F., J.L.). A late bird seen at Belvide on October 29th (M.F.B.). 317. Stonechat. III. A pair seen near Kinver on August 1st (D.W.) and a female or immature near Hopwas on October 23rd (G.A.A.). 320. Redstart. I. About 40 pairs located in Sutton Park (M.J.R.) 36 II. Led the dawn chorus at 3-45 a.m. on June 4th at Kidder- minster. Jn one small area of the Lickeys four nest boxes and one natural hole were occupied. Birds took moths resting on trunks of oaks and the light speckled form of Peppered Moth was taken before the melanistic cryptic form which is dominant in the area (C.J.C.). III. Common in the woods around Blithfield (A.F.J.). (An addition to the 1951 Bird Distribution Survey. Ed.) 322. Nightingale. II. Only four pairs in place of usual 12 at Church Lench (A.J.H.) ; and one pair instead of five or six at Woodnorton (T.C.S.). III. Probably bred at Enville (D.W.). 325. Robin. I. A pair at Wellesbourne reared two broods in one nest and a third in a nest which had been constructed, but not immediately used, after the first brood had flown (J.A.N.). II. Six birds seen feeding together near Stourport on January 1st during severe weather. (M.D.H.). 327. Grasshopper-Warbler. III. Large influx recorded on April 29th in Tutbury district and five nests located later in tufts of moor grass at Fauld. On May 30th three nests held fledglings in advanced feather, indicating an unusually early breeding date. One cock maintained song from 20.00 hours on June 2nd until 06.00 hours on June 3rd, with pauses of only a, few seconds and frequently sustained a trill for five minutes (E.R.). Several birds singing at another site near Tutbury on April 29th (T.W.F., E.R.). 333. Reed-Warbler. II. New colony of at least six pairs seen near Wilden (M.D.H.). 334. Marsh-Warbler. II. Recorded on passage at Sheriffs Lench and in breeding season from Avon Valley (T.C.S.). 343. Blackcap. II. During February four different birds seen in gardens in Malvern, one coming in through window for food (M.P.-S.). Said to very much outnumber the Garden- Warbler in Malvern district (P.J.C.). A bird seen in Randan Woods on November 22nd (F.F.). Noted frequently on autumn passage at Sheriffs Lench with five on nrip occasion in August (T.C.S.). III. Said to outnumber the Garden-Warbler in Essex Wood, Enville, by about five to one and at Kinver Edge by about three to one (A.F.J.). 346. Garden-Warbler. II. In Bittell area on May 15th, six birds singing as against two Blackcaps (A.R.B.). The bird with the aberrant song (Sylvia laryngitis) was heard again at the beginning of May at the same site near Kidder- minster for the fifth year in succession (D.H.N.). III. In Belvide area appears to be present in similar numbers to Blackcap (A.F.J.). 37 347. Whitethroat. I. Influx noted in Tame Valley area during period April 23rd to 24th (G.A.A.). 348. Lesser Whitethroat. I. About six seen at Earlswood on August 24th (A.W.C.). At least five in song at Alve- cote, probably on passage, on May 8th (H.L.) II. One in song on April 29th in the Lickeys where not usual (C.J.C.), and near Knightswick on June 2nd (F.F.). III. Recorded at Trentham on June 1st (N.R.W.). Breeding suspected at Belvide where birds were in song throughout May (several observers), and at Gailey where singing on June 19th (J.L.) [1951 Breeding Distribution Survey does not record breeding in this district. Ed.] 354. Willow-Warbler. I. Influx noted in Tamworth and Nuneaton districts in period April 9th to 11th. (G.A.A., N.B.W.C.) II. Concentration reported at Bittell over period April 6th to 10th (P.J.M.). At Church Lench appeared in only half its usual numbers although Chiffchaffs were normal (A.J.H.). General arrival noted at Sheriffs Lench on April 14th and heavy autumn passage from August 8th to 11th (T.C.S.). Song was widespread in the Lickey area on August 14th when seven different birds heard (A.R.B.) 356. Chiffchaff. II. On August 9th during heavy Willow- Warbler movement at Sheriffs Lench a bird which appeared grey-brown on upper parts, gave an extraordinarily loud " hweet " note, like a chicken, and may possibly have been of the Northern race (T.C.S.). 366. Spotted Flycatcher. I. Reported as having been scarce in Tamworth district (G.A.A.). II. A young Cuckoo was found in a nest of this species at Malvern (M.P.-S.). III. Numbers fewer than usual in Warley Park, Smethwick (G.E.L.), and also in Drayton Bassett area (G.A.A.). 368. Pied Flycatcher. II. Usual breeding records from Wyre Forest (several observers). Single cock birds seen in two parts of the Lickeys during May (C.J.C.). III. A cock bird seen near Alton on June 6th (I.S.H.). A 1952 breeding record in the same district at Onecote, near Leek, reported by the observer. 373. Meadow-Pipit. I. Autumn passage noted, mainly to south, in Tame Valley area from September 10th to October 9th and 25th (G.A.A., M.A.A.). Concentration noted in Sutton Park in early October (J.E.F.). On March 24th a heavy movement to the north-east noted at Wylde Green and birds passed to south-west on October 24th at rate of about 35 per hour (M.J.R.). Considerable influx reported in Bartley and Northfield areas, where birds headed north-north-east, on March 27th (A.R.B.).

38 II. About the same period, March 24th to 27th, passage noted over Sheriffs Lench to the north or north-east with about 100 per hour at mid-day on the 25th (T.C.S.). Parties moved south over Malvern Hills on September 16th and 18th (P.J.C.) and at Sheriffs Lench to south or south-west from September 16th to 23rd with 25 per hour on the 19th (T.C.S.). III. About 30 roosted in conifers at Enville, on March 13th (A.F.J.). Flock of about 50 noted at Belvide on October 11th (P.J.M.). 376. Tree-Pipit. I. Fewer than usual in the Tamworth area (G.A.A.). II. No change in status on Malvern Hills where very common (P.J.C.). III. Fewer than usual in Hopwas district (G.A.A.). 379. Rock-Pipit. III. One reported at Cannock Reservoir on April 3rd (B.W.J.). Recorded at Belvide on October 9th (R.J.B., M.J.W.), and 23rd (M.J.W.). Of three seen at Blithfield on October 11th, one was a ringed bird. (H.G.A.). 380. Pied Wagtail. I. Up to 120 roosted in reeds at Alvecote during September and October (G.A.A., J.E.F.). About 100 present at filter beds, Minworth, on March 6th (J.L.). II. 17 nests located at Malvern Sewage Farm, the first on April 19th and the last September 6th (M.P.-S.). About 100 birds there on September 14th moved off south-west at dusk (P.J.C.). At least 100 at Westminster Farm, Frankley, on October 28th (M.D.H.). III. Approximately 75 roosted in reeds on September 21st, near Barton, Burton-upon-Trent (G.A.A.). White Wagtail. I. Seen at Alvecote from April 16th to 26th, with six on the 24th and 26th (G.A.A., N.B.W.C.) ; at Minworth from April 8th to 15th with nine on the 15th (R.T.) ; and single birds at Brandon on April 11th and 24th (A.J.R.) and at Polesworth on April 30th (G.A.A.). III. Reported at Belvide from April 10th to 23rd (several observers), with six on the 12th (J.E.F.). Two seen near Wolverhampton on April 24th (R.J.B.). 381. Grey Wagtail. Widespread autumn and winter records. I. Bred in Sutton Park where bird heard in song on November 16th (J.E.F.). 382. Yellow Wagtail. I. 50 were seen on April 26th at Alvecote where one with a blue head was seen on April 15th and 20th (G.A.A.). A cock seen on lawn at Hands- worth Wood, Birmingham, on April 24th, where not previously seen by observer in spring, but recorded annually in late August and early September (J.G.E.). III. About 200 estimated at Belvide on April 17th (P.R.P.). 39 384. Great Grey Shrike. I. Good views obtained of one near Coventry, on December 18th, and soft grey upper parts, white underparts, black bill and ear coverts noted before if flew off to the north (A.P.). 388. Red-Backed Shrike. II. Two or three pairs bred in the Malvern area (P.J.C., A.F.J., M.P.-S.). A pair reported near Wilden in July (M.D.H.) and a cock bird at Kinver Edge on July 13th (R.S.B.). 389. Starling. I. A roost at Newton Gorse was estimated to have 150,000 birds on January 27th and was abandoned for Clifton Rough, near Tamworth, in mid-March. Birds were again roosting there in the autumn, reached 75,000 in late October and deserted the roost again in early Novem- ber (G.A.A., N.B.W.C.). A bird ringed at Wilnecote on March 6th was found dead at Lowestoft on June 12th (G.A.A.). II. About 5,000 were at Malvern Sewage Farm during Decem- ber (M.P.-S.). III. About 100,000 estimated at Clifton Rough, Tamworth, on March 28th, but the site was not re-occupied in the autumn (G.A.A.). 391. Hawfinch. I. Parties seen in Sutton Park from February 13th to March 5th with 13 on the last date (J.E.F., B.W.J., A.F.J.). II. One seen at Dowles Brook on March 5th (B.A.D.), a pair on Malvern Hills on the 27th (D.J.M.), and a party of four on the Lickeys on July 10th (C.J.C.). III. Recorded at Enville from March 6th, when seven were present (A.F.J.), to May 11th, when a nest with one egg was found in a young elm tree (J.L.). 392. Greenfinch. I. At least 1,000 birds estimated in roosts in Sutton Park in December (J.E.F.). Noted moving to the west and north-west over Wylde Green from October 14th to November 12th (M.J.R.). III. Flocks totaHing about 300 seen in Enville area on January 9th (A.F.J.), and at Upper Stonnall on October 30th (J.E.F.). A bird at Rugeley was carrying nesting material on the early date of April 10th (C.D.T.M.). 393. Goldfinch. I. Reported as having increased slightly as a breeding species in Tamworth district (M.A.A., G.A.A.). Six flew south over Handsworth on October 20th (B.W.J.). III. Said to be still increasing in Tut bury area where 12 nests located in one locality (E.R.). 40 seen at Blithfield on February 6th (J.E.F.), and flocks of at least 30 seen at Dunstall and Barton-under-Needwood on October 9th (E.R.). 394. Siskin. Small numbers in many areas. 40 I. Present at Earlswood from November 12th to end of year, with about 50 on the 13th (A.W.C.). About 40 seen at Arbury on November 20th (N.B.W.C.). Approximately 400 present in Sutton Park on December 14th (T.M.T.). II. Up to 20 seen at Bittell in February (C.J.C., J.G.E., R.S.B.) About 60 seen near Malvern on December 24th (P.J.C.). III. About 25 at Blithfield on November 20th (B.A.D., J.M.L.). 395. Linnet. I. Peak numbers noted in Tamworth area in second half of September. 100 seen at Wilnecote on October 8th, 200 near Atherstone on December 1st (G.A.A.) and about 300, in mixed flock, at Attleborough Fields on March 20th (N.B.W.C.). A large winter flock at Exhall still numbered about 30 at beginning of May (N.B.E.). II. A bird heard in song at Cofton on the early date of January 23rd (A.R.B.). 396. Twite. III. Recorded at Cannock Reservoir on January 22nd (A.F.J.) and from October 22nd (R.T.) to December 27th (B.A.D.), with seven on the first date. 397. Lesser Redpoll. Recorded in small parties from many areas. I. Recorded in Sutton Park up to May 21st (M.J.R.) with about 50 on January 2nd (B.A.D., J.M.L.), and again from September 28th (J.E.F.). One at Hartshill on July 17th (N.B.W.C.). II. About 50 seen on the Lickeys on January 1st (J.G.E.) and March 27th (A.F.J.) and heard in song on May 1st (A.R.B.). Heard at Randan Woods on May 6th (F.F.). III. One seen at Gailey on May 15th (M.J.R.). 401. Bullfinch. I. A pair at Rotton Park Reservoir, Birming- ham, was the first seen there by the observer since 1944 (M.J.M.L.). Reported as common at Mancetter (N.B.W.C.). II. Six seen at Cofton Hackett on February 12th (R.S.B.). Much commoner in town gardens at Stourport than in recent years and 14 seen together in February (M.D.H.). 407. Chaffinch. I. Birds passed over Wylde Green westerly from October 14th to November 12th with peak rates of about 500 per hour to north-west on October 25th (M.J.R.). 408. Brambling. Recorded from many areas. I. About 100 noted at Attleborough on March 20th and April 3rd (N.B.W.C.). At least 30 at Earlswood on March 13th (J.S.) and 25 in Sutton Park on March 12th (A.R.B.). One seen near Studley on February 12th was the first seen there by observer (G.C.L.). II. Common at Sheriffs Lench at end of year with flocks of up to 60 in orchards in December (T.C.S.). About 50 seen near Bittell on November 23rd (P.J.M.). 41 409. Yellow Hammer. I. Early song reported at Griff on January 28th (N.B.W.C.). II. A flock of 50 seen at Sheriffs Lench on April 17th (T.C.S.). III. About 50 seen in flock at Blithfield on November 20th (B.A.D.). 410. Corn-Bunting. I. Noted at two more sites near Welles- bourne where numbers at Vegetable Research Station about the same as in 1954 (J.A.N., M.N.). Song heard in Alvecote area on July 11th (G.A.A.). 415. Cirl Bunting. II. A family party seen near Malvern on July 3rd (J.L.). 421. Reed-Bunting. III. Flock of about 30 seen at Cannock Reservoir on December 30th (R.S.B.). 423. Snow-Bunting. I. Two seen and heard heading west at Bartley Reservoir on November 20th (A.R.B.). 424. House-Sparrow. I. Larger autumn flocks than usual reported from Alvecote (G.A.A.), and Exhall (N.B.E.). 425. Tree-Sparrow. I. A flock of up to 20 noted in Sutton Park during October (J.E.F.). II. Flock of about 100 seen at Bittell on March 19th (P.J.M.). III. About 400 seen at Sinestow on November 27th (R.J.B.).

In addition to birds mentioned in the Classified Notes, the following species are known to nest in the Club's area :— Sparrow-Hawk, Red Grouse, Black Grouse, Red-Legged Partridge, Partridge, Moorhen, Pheasant, Turtle-Dove, Tawny Owl, Long-eared Owl, Greater Spotted Woodpecker, Magpie, Great Titmouse, Marsh- Titmouse, Wren, Whinchat, Wood-Warbler, Goldcrest, Hedge-Sparrow.

1954 REPORT ERRATA p. 43. Under Lesser Spotted Woodpecker delete record on July 6th at Selly Oak. p. 57. Under Wood-Warbler delete record on September 25th.

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42 MIGRANTS The average arrival or departure date given below after the name of each bird is based respectively on the first and last dates given in the Annual Reports up to 1955. The figure in brackets is the number of years on which the average is calculated.

ARRIVALS. DEPARTURES. Chiffchaff. Av. = March 18 (21) Av. = October 7 (21) March 24 Monkspath (G.C.) Oct. 12 Harbury, Worcs. 27 Arbury (N.B.W.C.) (H.G.A.) 27 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 8 Sutton Park (J.E.F.) 27 Bittell (A.F.J., K.H.T.) 4 Warley Park (G.E.L.) 27 Frankley (A.R.B.) 27 Ipsley (G.C.L.) 27 Moxhull (J.N.) Sand-Martin. Av=March 25 (20) Av. = September 30 (20) March 22 Hewell Grange (M.E.P.) Oct. 2 Blithfield (J.L.) 24 Brewood (B.A.D.) Sept. 29 Belvide (J.M.L.) 24 Blithfield (C.D.T.M.) 25 Erdington (B.W.J.) 24 Walton (F.J.N.) Wheatear. Av. = March 28 (18) Av. = September 24 (19) March 26 Sutton Park (J.E.F.) Oct. 7 Corley (N.B.E.) 27 Nuneaton (N.B.W.C.) 3 Belvide (K.H.T.) 27 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 2 Alvecote (J.G.W.) 27 Bromsgrove (per F.F.) 27 Frankley (A.R.B.) 27 Combroke (F.J.N.) Willow-Warbler. Av.=March 29 (21) April 2 Bittell (P.J.M.) Av. = September 24 (21) 2 Snitterfield (D.B.) Sept. 26 Malvern (M.P.-S.) 3 Belvide (several) 25 Minworth (R.T.) 3 Wyre Forest (K.H.T.) 24 Warwick (D.C.M.) 3 Sutton Park (A.R.B.) 24 Gailey (M.F.B.) Swallow. Av. = April 4 (21). Av. = Oct. 21 (21). March 23 Walton (F.J.N.) Oct. 30 Sutton Park (M.J.R.) 28 Belvide (B.W.J.) 30 Little Aston (D.G.W.H.) 30 Wellesbourne (J.A.N.) 29 Eccleshall (N.R.W.) Blackcap. Av. = April 6 (21) Av. = Sept. 19 (18). April 9 LongMarston (L.R.G.) Sept. 27 Sheriffs Lench (T.C.S.) 14 Sheriffs Lench (T.C.S.) 18 Blithfield (B.A.D.) 16 Malvern (P.J.C.) Tree-Pipit. Av. = April 10 (18) Av. = Sept. 15 (17). April 9 Solihull (P.J.B.) Sept. 19 Sheriffs Lench (T.C.S.) 10 Minworth (M.J.R.) 5 Streetley (J.E.F.) 12 Belvide (J.L.) 12 Malvern (P.J.C.) 12 Cannock Res. (J.E.F.) Yellow Wagtail. Av. = April 9 (19) Av. = Sept. 30 (18). April 3 Alvecote (G.A.A.) Oct. 10 Belvide (D.W.) 3 Nuneaton (N.B.W.C.) 2 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 5 Minworth (R.T.) Garganey. Av. = April 10 (13) Av. = Sept. 9 (12). April 2 Little Wyrley (D.J.S.) Sept. 3 Earlswood (A.W.C., J.S.) 2 Blithfield (J.L.) Aug. 14 Belvide (P.R.P.) 14 Blithfield (J.E.F., J.L.) 43 ARRIVALS. DEPARTURES. Cuckoo. Av. = April 12 (19). Av. = Sept. 22 (8). April 5 Malvern (M.P.-S.) Sept. 1 Lickeys (J.C.C.) 6 Over Whitacre Aug. 28 Polesworth (G.A.A.) (N.B.W.C.) 17 Sutton Park (J.M.L.) 8 Sutton Park (B.A.D.) 8 Coventry (N.B.W.C.) 8 Attleborough (N.B.W.C.) Common Sandpiper Av. = April 12 (19). Av. = Oct. 10 (16). April 6 Blackbrook Sewage Oct. 9 Blithfield (J.L., T.W.F.) Farm (R.J.B.) 2 Belvide (T.W.H.) 12 Belvide (several) 1 Gailey (M.F.B.) 12 Hewell Grange (M.E.P.) Redstart. Av. = April 13 (19). Av. = Sept. 8 (19) April 8 Sutton Park (M.J.R.) Sept. 25 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 9 Sheriffs Lench (A.J.H.) 23 Sheriffs Lench (T.C.S.) 9 Solihull (P.J.B.) 15 Malvern Hills (P.J.C.) House-Martin. Av. = April 13 (21) Av. = Oct. 21 (21). April 3 Hewell Grange (M.E.P.) Oct. 26 Eccleshall (N.R.W.) 6 Butlers Marston 21 Henley-in-Arden (per J.A.N.) (R SB) 7 Gailey (T.W.H.) 16 Blithfield (B.A.D.) Whitethroat. Av. = April 16 (21). Av. = Sept. 17 (21). April 8 Malvern (M.P.-S.) Sept. 22 Sheriffs Lench (T.C.S.) 17 Cannock Res. (J.E.F.) 20 Malvern (M.P.-S.) 19 Attleborough 18 Alvecote (G.A.A.) (N.B.W.C.) 19 Belvide (R.G.B.B., B.A.D.) Nightingale. Av. = April 19 (19) April 14 Sheriffs Lench (T.C.S.) 19 Malvern (P.J.C.) 19 Austy Wood, Warws. (D.B.) Wood-Warbler. Av-April 21 (20) Av. = August 5 (13) April 12 Belvide (J.M.L.) No records 12 Hewell Grange (M.E.P.) 25 Malvern Hills (P.J.C.) Sedge-Warbler. Av. = April 21 (19) Av. = Sept. 21 (12). April 14 Kingsbury (B.A.D.) Sept. 20 Kingsbury (B.A.D.) 22 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 18 Brandon (A.J.R.) 23 Belvide (R.J.B.) 17 Alvecote (J.E.F.) 17 Baginton (M.H., T.R.) Pied Flycatcher. Av. = April 23 (10) May 5 Lickeys (C.J.C.) Lesser Whitethroat. Av.= April 22 (19) Av.= Sept. 14 (19) April 20 Wolverhampton (R.J.B.) Aug. 29 Woodcote (F.F.) 22 Kidderminster (D.H.N.) 28 Brandon (A.J.R.) 24 Earlswood (A.W.C.) Grasshopper-Warbler. Av. = April 22 (19) Av. = August 17 (5) April 15 Minworth (R.T.) Aug. 28 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 22 Powick (E.J.W.) 10 Sutton Park (J.E.F.) 23 Alvecote (A.T.E.) 44 ARRIVALS. DEPARTURES. Garden-Warbler. Av. = April 24 (18) Av. = August 20 (17) April 10 Rednal (M.H.) Sept. 1 Randan Wood (F.F.) 17 Malvern (L.R.G.) 26 Stratford (D.C.M.) Whinchat. Av. = April 25 (19) Av. = Sept. 19 (16) April 24 Brandon (A.J R.) Sept. 24 Blithfield (FT.) 25 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 25 Bittell (P.J.M.) 26 Malvern (M.P.-S.) Swift. Av. = April 26 (21) Av. = Sept. 5 (21) April 20 Bodymoor Heath (J.N.) Aug. 28 Wednesfield (T.W.H.) 23 Bittell (G.E.L.) 25 Rednal (M.H.) 24 Birmingham (B.A.D.) 25 Exhall (N.B.E.) Turtle-Dove. Av. = May 1 (20) Av. = Sept. 14 (20). April 22 Attleborough Sept. 25 Alvecote (G.A.A.) (N.B.W.C.) 18 Walton (F.J.N.) 23 Rovvney Green (M.E.P.) 14 Arley (N.B.W.C.) 23 Nuneaton (N.B.W.C.) 24 Meriden (G.C.) Reed-Warbler. Av. = May 1 (15) Av. = Sept. 8 (7) April 30 Minworth (R.T.) Sept. 20 Kingsbury (B.A.D.) 30 Solihull (T.R.) 18 Alvecote (J.E.F.) 30 Arbury (N.B.W.C.) Spotted Flycatcher. Av.=May 6 (18) Av. = Sept. 19 (18) May 2 Tettenhall (M.F.B.) Sept. 23 Malvern (M.P.-S.) 3 Sheriffs Lench (A.J.H.) 19 Atherstone (N.B.W.C.) 7 Malvern (M.P.-S.) 18 Belvide (M.J.W.) 7 Pillerton Hersey 18 Walton (F.J.N.) (F.J.N.) 7 Shrawley Woods (R.T.) Corncrake. No records. Red-backed Shrike. Av.=May 16 (11). May 25 Malvern Hills (M.P.-S.) Aug. 2 Kidderminster (A.R.B.) Nightjar. Av. = May 18 (16). Av. = August 13 (6). May 29 Sutton Park (T.M.T.) Aug. 4 Kidderminster (D.H.N.) 30 Wyre Forest (M.F.B.) Sept. 19 Sheriffs Lench (T.C.S.) June 2 Enville (M.J.W.) Quail. Av.= May 27 (9). No records. Marsh-Warbler. Av. = June 1 (14). June 2 River Avon (A.J.H.) Golden Plover. Av. = Sept. 8 (10). Av.=March 29 (10). Aug. 12 Blithfield (C.D.T.M.) April 20 Belvide (several). 14 Brandon (A.J.R.) 12 Cannock Res. (J.E.F.) 21 Alvecote (G.A.A., H.L.) Wigeon. Av. = Sept. 10 (17). Av. = April 29 (21) Aug. 28 Brandon (A.J.R., April 30 Belvide (M.F.B.) A.W.H.W.) 30 Alvecote (G.A.A.) Sept. 1 Blithfield (C.D.T.M.) 24 Gailey (J.E.F.) 6 Belvide (R.G.B.B.) 45 ARRIVALS. DEPARTURES. Lesser Redpoll. Av. = Sept.23 (11). Av. = April 21 (12). Sept. 28 Sutton Park (J.E.F.) May 1 Lickeys (A.R.B.) Oct. 9 Randan Woods (F.F.) April 21 Birmingham (J.E.F.) 10 Blithfield (B.A.D.) 21 Randan Woods (F.F.) Redwing. Av.= October 3 (21). Av. = April 10 (21). Sept. 28 Nuneaton (H.L.) April 22 Attleborough (N.B.W.C.) 29 Shirley (G.C.) April 18 Four Oaks (K.M.G.) Oct. 4 Walton (F.J.N.) 10 LongMarston (L.R.G.) Pintail. Av. = October 9 (11). Av. = April 15 (15) Oct. 9 Blithfield (J.L.) April 4 Blithfield (C.D.T.M.) 16 Belvide (several) Mar. 20 Brandon (A.J.R.) 19 Bittell (R.S.B.) Jack Snipe. Av. = October 12 (14). Av. = March 21 (11). Oct. 5 Sutton Park (J.E.F.) Mar. 20 Belvide (T.W.H.) 9 Belvide (M.J.W.) 13 Sutton Park (R.T.) 23 West Bromwich (K.I.D ) 3 Frankley (C.J.C.) Brambling. Av. = October 13 (21). Av. = April 4 (20). Oct. 29 Sheriffs Lench (A.J.H.) April 9 Middleton (G.A.A.) 30 Cofton (A.R.B.) 8 Norton Canes (D.J.S.) Nov. 4 Randan Woods (F.F.) 3 Attleborough (N.B.W.C.) Golden-Eye. Av. = October 22 (17). Av. = April 24 (18). Oct. 11 Blithfield (H.G.A.) April 25 Belvide (R.S.B.) 17 Witton Lakes 23 Middleton (G.A.A.) (B.W.J., J.E.F.) 14 Blithfield (C.D.T.M.) Fieldfare. Av. = October 19 (20). Av. = April 26 (20). Oct. 2 Alvecote (G.A.A.) April 25 Four Oaks (K.M.G.) 2 Wolverhampton (M.F.B.) 18 Lichfield (R.T.) 3 Warwick (D.C.M.) 17 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 17 Bodymoor Heath (J.N.) Siskin. Av. = October 27 (18). Av. = April 2 (19). Oct. 31 Cofton (M.C.W.E.) April 17 Enville (A.F.J.) Nov. 7 Randan Woods (F.F.) 12 Sutton Park (A.R.B.) 11 Belvide (J.L.) 12 Shrawley Woods (R.T.) Goosander. Av. = November 16 (16). Av. = March 27 (16). Oct. 29 Belvide (A.F.J.) April 14 Blithfield (C.D.T.M.) Nov. 6 Blithfield (B.A.D.) 3 Belvide (several). Smew. Av. = December 16 (12). Av.=February 29 (11). Dec. 4 Blithfield (D.G.W.H.) March 27 Blithfield (M.F.B.) 16 Bittell (P.J.M.) 17 Alvecote (G.A.A.) 18 Gailey (R.T.) 18 Cannock Res. (A.F.J.)

46 LIST OF MEMBERS (As at 1st March, 1956). * indicates a contributor to the Report.

Abraham, A., 84 Ferndale Road, Hall Green, 28. •Adams, D. W. H., 11 Goldthorne Avenue, Sheldon, 26. Adcock, J. R., 232 Eachelhurst Road, Sutton Coldfield. •Alexander, H. G., 144 Oak Tree Lane, Selly Oak, Birmingham. •Aldred, Miss B. Y., 29 Eton Road, Burton-on-Trent. Alldridge, Miss N. M., The Cottage, Poplars Farm, Mqllington, Banbury. Anderson, A. R., 45 Wigorn Road, Bearwood, Smethwick, 41. Argelliez, Miss, Harborne Hall, Harborne, Birmingham. Arlett, Miss H. J., 37 Margaret Road, Harborne, 17. •Arnold, G. A., 257 Watling Street, Wilnecote, Tamworth. •Arnold, M. A., 257 Watling Street, Wilnecote, Tamworth Arnott, J. M. S., 74 Sandford Road, Moseley, 13. Atkins, A. R. G., 593 Green Lanes, Palmers Green, London, N.13. Attwood, J. W., Netherton Farm, Abberley, Worcestershire. Badland, Miss M. N., 16 Somerleyton Avenue, Kidderminster. Baggaley, Miss E., 39 Yateley Avenue, Great Barr, 22A. Baggs, Miss B. M., 26B Ely Street, Stratford-on-Avon. •Bailey, R. S., 4 Inverclyde Road, Handsworth Wood, 20. Bak, F. A., 46 Holmfield Road, Leicester. •Balkwill, Miss S. E., Flat No. 9, Mortimer Hall, 1 Birmingham Road, Kidderminster. Ball, Mrs. M. E., Green Bank, High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge. Banbrook, A. K., 6 Curzon Road, Heald Green, Cheadle, Cheshire. Bantock, C., The Grey Cottage, Barnt Green, Worcs. Bartlett, W. T., 1065 Alcester Road, Hollywood, near Birmingham. Barton, Miss M. F., The Spinney, Moor Hall Park, Sutton Coldfield. Battersby, Mr. and Mrs. T. E. I., 26 West Avenue, Castle Bromvvich. •Bayes, L. R., 223 The Avenue, Birmingham, 27. Beck, T. K, 74 Reservoir Road, Olton, Birmingham. Bennion, Mr. and Mrs. A. W., 18 Heythrop Grove, Moseley, 14. Bent, Miss M. E., 26 Vicarage Road, Edgbaston, 15. Benwell, Miss E. 1., 178 Walmley Road, Sutton Coldfield. Berry, G., 153 Huntingtree Road, Halesowen. Best, J. A., Wharf Cottage, Bellamour, Rugeley. •Betteridge, Mrs. M. M., 25 Wye Cliff Road, Handsworth, Birmingham. Betts, Miss M. M., Corner Cottage, Mundford, Thetford, Norfolk. Bickerton, M., 97 Windsor Avenue, Penn, Wolverhampton. Bingham, R. A., 49 The Boulevard, Wylde Green, Sutton Coldfield. •Blake, A. R., 472 City Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. Blake, Mrs. A. R., 472 City Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. Bloomer, H. C., 24 Frederick Road, Edgbaston, 15. Blumfield, T. F., 90 Alderbrook Road, Solihull. Boardman, A. R., The Conifers, Talbot Avenue, Little Aston Park, Sutton Coldfield. •Boddington, D., Cromwell House, Henley-in-Arden. Bolas, P., 6 Mulberry Road, Bournville, 30. Bond, Miss W. L., 34 Wheeler's Lane, Kings Heath, 14. •Bott, M. F., Sleights, Long Knowle Lane, Wednesfield, Staffs. •Bowman, Miss S. M., 24 Station Road, Blackwell, Worcs. •Bradney, R. J., 155 Trysull Road, Wolverhampton. •Brierley, R., 41 Ferndale Road, Oldbury. Briggs," M. D., 47 Middleton Hall Road, Kings Norton, 30. Broadhurst, Miss M., Chapel Cottage, The Sladd, Wolverley. Bromley, R., 28 W'oodthorne Road, Tettenhall, Staffs. The Natural History Society, Bromsgrove School, Bromsgrove. 47 Brown, R., 23 Fryer Road, West Heath, 31. * Brown, R. G. B„ The Garth, Brewood, Staffs. •Brown, S. C., 39 Mervyn Road, Handsworth, 21. Burrows, E., 127 Brereton Road, Rugeley. *Burton, B. J., 235 Stafford Road, Wolverhampton. Burton, Miss D., 70 Arden Road, Acocks Green, 27. •Butler, Mrs. E. M., 64 Coventry Road, Coleshill, Warwickshire. Bye, Mr. and Mrs. F., 117 Anderton Park Road, Moseley, 13. Cadbury, Mrs. J., The Lodge, Belbroughton, Worcs. *Cadbury, J. C., Beaconwood, Rednal, Birmingham. Cadbury, Mrs. J. C., Beaconwood Rednal, Birmingham. •Cadbury, C. J., Beaconwood, Rednal, Birmingham. *Cadbury, R. j., Beaconwood, Rednal, Birmingham. Calderwood, W. D., 709 Walsall Road, Great Barr, 22A. Campbell, B., Hordley, Woodstock, Oxon. Cartwright, C., 48 Lower Forster Street, Walsall. *Chadder, P. J., 4 The College, Malvern. Chadwick, Miss M. B., 20 Blakesbrook Road, Kidderminster. Chadwin, S., 1480 Pershore Road, Stirchley, 30. Chamley, Miss K., 131 Orchard Road, Erdington, 24. Chater, W. E., 39 Hathaway Lane, Stratford-on-Avon. Clare, E. S., 90 College Road, Perry Barr, 22B. *Clarke, Camden, " Lock House," Branston, Burton-on-Trent. Clarke, W. M., 51 High Park Avenue, Wollaston, Stourbridge. Clay, Mr. and Mrs. A. T., 93 Hamstead Hill, Handsworth Wood, 20. Clements, Mrs. B. B., 6 St. Paul's Square, Burton-on-Trent. Clemo, R., 7 Yarningdale Road, Kings Heath, 14. Cockshott, S., 484 City Road, Edgbaston, 17. •Colley, F., 68 Bromwich Road, Worcester. Condry, W. M., "Felin-y-Cwm," Eglwysfach, Machynlleth, Montgomeryshire. Copeland, M. H., 174 Clothier Street, Willenhall. Cook, E. G., 88 Kimberley Road, Solihull. Cooper, G. T., 42 Priory Road, Kenilworth. Cotteril, R., 91 Copthall Road, Handsworth, 21. Coventry and District Natural History and Scientific Society. •Coward, G., 24 Welford Road, Shirley, Warwickshire. Craddock, B., Stanmore, Brewood Road, Coven, Wolverhampton. Crellin, D., 76 Ivyfield Road, Erdington, 23. Cull, Miss M. E., 22 Heath Terrace Leamington Spa. •Cundall, A. W., 58 Skelcher Road, Shirley. Curtis, H. F., 14 Sterndale Road, Great Barr, 22A. •N.B.W.C., Nuneaton Bird Watchers' Club. Dale, Mrs. D., 420 Gillott Road, Edgbaston, 16. Dale, L. F., Yardley Green Hospital, Birmingham 9. •Darlow, K. I., 136 Murdock Road, Handsworth 21. •Davey, Miss T., 39 Hawkesley Drive, Northfield, 34. Davies, A. E., 49 Highfield Road, Kidderminster. Da vies, Miss G., 6 Folly Lane, Tupsley, Hereford. Davies, J. L., 93 Yarningale Road, Kings Heath, 14. Davies, Miss M. B. W., " The Firs," Comberton Road, Kidderminster. Davies, Mrs. M. V., 373 Gillott Road, Edgbaston, 16. •Davis, B. A., 9 Gibson Road, Handsworth, Birmingham. Dawson, Mr. G. and Miss A. G., 123 Hagley Road, Edgbaston, 16. Day, A., 58 Farnol Road, Yardley, 26. Dean, E., 106 Bleak Hill Road, Erdington, 23. Dickson, Mr. and Mrs. G. C.,21A Portland Road, Edgbaston, 16. Dixon, Mrs. V., 133 Bewdley Hill, Kidderminster. Dobson, J. H., Avondale, Neville Avenue, Kidderminster. Dodd, J. M., Dunedin, Driffold, Sutton Coldfield. Dudfield, Miss P., 89 Brook House, Cob Lane, Bournville, 30.

48 Dudley, Miss B. M. E., " Holmlea," Foley Road, Pedmore, Stourbridge. Earle, Miss R. J., 64 City Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. Eccleshall Secondary School Bird Club, Horsley Lane, Garmelow, Eccles- hall, Stafford. Edmonds, Miss M. M., 183A Lichfield Road, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield. *Edmonds, N. B., 7 Vicarage Lane, Exhall, Coventry. •Edwards, A. T., 91 Coopers Road, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham. Edwards, Mrs. A. T., 91 Coopers Road, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham •Edwards, J. G., 69 Cherry Orchard Road, Handsworth Wood, Birmingham. Edwards, R.. 119 Vicarage Lane, Exhall, Coventry. Evans, G. H., 112 Com. Petroleum Depot, R.A.S.C., Cyrenaica District, B.F.P.O., 55. •Evans, M. C. W., 47 Pereira Road, Harborne, 17. Ewen, S., 8 Middle Drive, Cofton Hackett, Rednal. Eymer, M. J., District Bank House, Rugeley. Fairbairn, A. S., Camden House, Kenilworth. Farmer, Miss D., 79 Frankley Avenue, Quinton, 32. Farmer, Mrs. M. E., 79 Frankley Avenue, Quinton, 32. Fellows, Miss V., 20 Mackenzie Road, Moseley, 11. Fenter, Miss F. M., 16 Holifast Road, Sutton Coldfield. Field, R. S., 29 Dolobran Road, Sparkbrook, 11. •Fincher, F., Randan Wood, Woodcote, Bromsgrove. Fisher, James, Old Rectory, Ashton, Northampton. Flavell, B. R., 18 Swains Grove, Kingstanding, 22C. Flewitt, Mrs. M., 93 Nursery Road, Edgbaston, 15. Follows, G. E., Royal Grammar School, Worcester. •Ford, T. W., Elms Cottage, Tutbury, nr. Burton-on-Trent. •Fortey, J. E., 56 Dulwich Road, Kingstanding, 23. Fox, J. P., 22 Vernon Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. Froggatt, W. T., 64 Grafton Road, Handsworth, Birmingham. Fuller, Miss M., 24 Shepherds Green Road, Erdington, Birmingham. Garstang, Miss D. M., Studley College, Studley, Warwickshire. Gibbins, Miss M., Horns Boon, Linthurst Road, Barnt Green, Worcs. Gibson, F. B., 25 Prospect Lane, Solihull. Gibson, G. H., Moor Ash Farm, Bodymoor Heath, Sutton Coldfield. Gifford, Miss M., 122 Church Road, Moseley, 13. •Glaze, D., 118 Linden Road, Bournville, 30. Gold, M. J. E., Church Farm, Maxstoke, Coleshill, Warwickshire. Goodman, Miss M. D., 52 Salisbury Road, Moseley, Birmingham. Gower, H. G., 97 Bristol Road, Edgbaston, 3. •Graham, H. H., "Riverscourt," Park Avenue, Worcester. Gray, H., 233 West Boulevard, Birmingham, 32. Grav, Miss N. M. S., 11A Park Hill, Moseley, 13. •Green, Miss K. M„ "Springfield," Hill Wood Road, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield. •Green, S. G., The High School, P.O. Box 39, Machakos, Kenya. Greenhill, C. F„ 28 Somerset Road, Handsworth Wood, 20. •Greening, L. R., 6 Beauchamp Road, Malvern Link. Griffiths, C. H., 720 Walsall Road, Birmingham, 22A. Grove, D., 15 Cheltenham Road, Evesham. •Grove, Miss E. M., 225 Hill Village Road, Sutton Coldfield. Grove, Miss S., 32 Claverdon Square, Leamington Spa. Groves, W. E., 4 Lyttleton Road, Edgbaston. Guest, J. E„ 30 Park View Road, Northfield, 31. Hall, H. S. H., 178 Sutton Park Road, Kidderminster. •Hall, I. S., "Norley," Denford Road, Longsdon, Stoke-on-Trent. Halse, Miss V., Hill Top Hospital, Bromsgrove. Hamel, Major and Mrs. A. De, White House, Trimmingham, Norwich. Hamilton, Mrs. E., 44 Calthorpe Road, Birmingham, 15. Hammond, Mrs. M., 26 Sherifoot Lane, Four Oaks, Sutton Coldfield. 49 Hannibal, B., 9 Walsall Road, Little Aston, near Sutton Coldfield. Hannifan, J. P., 69 Emerson Road, Wolverhampton. •Harding, J. H., 54 Bills Lane, Shirley, Warwickshire. Harling, Miss K. E., 2 Stephenson Terrace, Worcester. Harper, C. A., Station House, Blackwell, Bromsgrove. Harrison, A. R., " Greenlands," Wenlock Road, Shrewsbury. •Harthan, A. J., Badgers Hill, Sherriffs Lench, Evesham. •Harvey, M., 90 Dowar Road, Rednal, Birmingham. Hathaway, Miss M. G., 8 Mellish Road, Walsall. *Haynes, T. W., 4 Oak Grove, Wednesfield, near Wolverhampton. Henderson, E. J., " Greensleeves," Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove. Henson, N., 28 Greenside Road, Erdington, 24. Herefordshire Ornithological Club. *The Bird Study Group, Hewell Grange, near Redditch. •Hewitt, A., " Rosslyn," Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent. Hewitt, Mrs. A., " Rosslyn," Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent. •Higgins, M. D., 27 Mitton Gardens, Stourport-on-Severn. Hildred, D. W., 34 Mortlake Avenue, Red Hill, Worcester. Hinchley, R. E. N., 67 Lightwoods Hill, Warley. Hines, R. R., 3 Wolverhampton Street, Dudley. Hobson, A., 18 Hill Top, West Bromwich. Holland, J. C., 6 New Bridge Street, Wolverhampton. •Hollands, D. G. W., Roman Way, Little Aston Park, Streetley. •Hollis, D., 3 Somerville Road, Sutton Coldfield. Holman, A. E., Harper Adams College, Newport, Salop. Houghton, Miss H. S., 126 Metchley Lane, Harborne, 17. Houghton, Miss L. S., 96 Acheson Road, Hall Green, 28. Howard, Mrs. Eliot, "Clareland," Stourport-on-Severn. Hudson, P. B., "Yew Tree Cottage," Hinton Fields, near Bromsgrove. Hudson, R., "Grassholme," Warwick Road, Stratford-on-Avon. Huffadine, Mrs. R., 14 North Gate, Harborne, Birmingham. Hullett, B. J., 105 Highfield Road, Hall Green, 28. Hume, Misses G. E. and F. A., 55 Watt Road, Erdington, 23. •Hunt, B., " Rose Cottage," Loxley Road, Wellesbourne. Hunt, Miss E. M., 1 Comberton Farm, Kidderminster. Hutchings, J. R., 13 Marlpit Lane, Headless Cross, Redditch. Ingley, D. L., 73 Tamworth Road, Two Gates, near Tamworth, Ingram, A. L., 8 Thorn Road, Bournville, 30. Ireson, G. M., 38 Linton Road, Penn, Wolverhampton. Jackson, Miss A. L., College of The Ascension, Selly Oak, 29. Jackson, N., "Clifton House," Studley, Warwickshire. •Jacobs, A. F., 46 Bernard Road, Edgbaston, 17. James, Miss C. K, Blakes Wood, Plymouth Road, Barnt Green, Worcs. Jefferson, Mrs. W., 108 Whitehill Lane, Northfield, 31. Jellyman, E. J., 137 Walsall Road, Great Wyrley, near Walsall. •Jenkins, Rev. Canon A. T., 13 The Close, Lichfield. Jessop, Miss C. E. N., Cottesbrook, Blackwell, near Bromsgrove. Johnson, A. H., The Manor House, Weston, Stafford. Johnson, F. J., Hackman's Gate, Clent, Worcs. •Jones, B. W., 70 Brookvale Park Road, Erdington, 23. Jones, C. H., Rhydd Court School, Hanley Castle, Worcestershire. Jones, Miss P. B., 80 Bewdley Road, Stourport-on-Severn. Jordan, A. W., 203 Rednal Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham. Jordan, M. J., 51 Duxford Road, Great Barr, 22A. Joyner, G. H., 37 Chester Road, Castle Bromwich. Juler, J. R., 47 City Road, Birmingham 16. Jull, J. E., 126 Witherford Way, Selly Oak, 29. Kean, J. T., 25 Wheatcroft Road, South Yardley, 26. Keen, D. H., 198 Loxley Road, Stratford-on-Avon. Kenrick, W. E.. Metchley Abbey, Harborne, Birmingham.

50 Kenrick, H., 59 Gillhurst Road, Harborne, Birmingham. Key, Miss E., "Beacon Cottage," The Lickey, Rednal. Killon, Miss H. V., Rhydd Court School, Hanley Castle, Worcestershire. King, H. E)., Coughton, near Alcester. King Edward VI Grammar School, Aston, 6. Kings Norton Grammar School for Boys. Kirkland, G., 34 Heath Farm Road, Norton, Stourbridge. Kny, Miss S. M., 22 Vicarage Road, Amblecote, near Stourbridge. •Lambourne, G. C., Cottage Farm, Ipsley, near Redditch. Lambourne, Mrs. G. M., "Greenways," Ullenhall, near Henley-in-Arden. •Langford, J. M., 8 Edgehill Road, Streetley. *Lapworth, H., 6 Manor Park Road, Nuneaton. Lardner, Miss S. E. A., 413 College Road, Erdington, 22C. •Larkin, M. J. M., 37 Wheatsheaf Road, Edgbaston, 15. •Larkin, Mrs. W., 37 Wheatsheaf Road, Edgbaston, 15. Latham, Miss B., 218 Willow Avenue, Edgbaston, 17. Lawrence, J. A. G., Eastgate, Bittell Lane, Barnt Green, Worcs. Lee, Mrs. O., 5 York Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. Lee, Miss R. C., 5 York Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. Lee, R. W. M., 9 Grasmere Avenue, Green Lane, Coventry. Leigh, Miss C. M., 1 Comberton Farm, Kidderminster. •Lewis, G. E., 51 Woodlands Road, Warley Woods, Smethwick, 41. Lewis, Miss G. M., 47 Augustus Road, Edgbaston, 15. Lewis, G. M., 169 Dove House Lane, Solihull. Lewis, L. B., 188 Tessall Lane, Northfield, 31. Levi, M. C., 75 Westfield Road, Edgbaston, 15. Long, Mrs. D. L., 7 Halford Road, Solihull. •Lord, J., "Orduna," 369 Chester Road, Boldmere, Sutton Coldfield. Lucas, A. R., "Plymouth House," Tardebigge, near Bromsgrove. •Luton, W. G., 45 The Crescent, New Donnington, Shropshire. Maclnnes, D. G., 174 Old Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove. Mackaness, G. C., " The Hawthorn Bush," Bewdley, Worcs. Mackenzie, Miss M., 373 Gillott Road, Birmingham 16. Malin, E., 16 Ewell Road, Erdington, 24. Mander, Miss D., " The Dippons," Compton, Wolverhampton. Mansfield, O. G., 8 Chad Road, Edgbaston, 15. Martin, J. J., " Broadfields," Hay Green, Lye, Stourbridge. Martin, V. C., "The Foxhills," Wombourne, Wolverhampton. Martindale, Miss D., 16 Victoria Road, Acocks Green, 27. Mason, E. H., 25 Silvercroft Avenue, Handsworth Wood, 20. Matthews, J. B. L., " Walpole," 1 Milverton Hill, Leamington Spa. McNaulty, Miss M., 260 Maryvale Road, Bournville, 30. Mead-Briggs, A. R., 24 Fellows Lane, Harborne, 17. Meadows, Miss J. E., 62 City Road, Edgbaston, 16. •Measures, D. G., 55 Mill Street, Warwick. •Meddings, M. A., 30 Field Lane, Oldswinford, Stourbridge. Millington, Miss E. L., 95 Bromyard Road, Hall Green, 11. Millett, Miss M., 8 Manor Avenue, Kidderminster. Mills, Mrs. D. W„ 38 Tamworth Road, Sutton Coldfield. Mills, L. H., The Grove, Churchill, near Kidderminster. Milne, Misses E. M. and M. V., 5 Warwick New Road, Leamington Spa •Minton, C. D. T., " Larkholm," Etching Hill, Rugeley. •Mirams, D. R., 120 Sandford Road, Moseley, 13. Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. E. G., 10 Beaudesert Road, Handsworth, 20. Molyneux, R., 163 Finstall Road, Finstall, Bromsgrove. Moore, Mrs. J. M., "Woodgate Cottage," Astley, Worcs. •Morgan, Miss E., 3 Edgbaston Road, Smethwick, 41. Morrison, A. J., 2 Grange Hill Road, Kings Norton, Birmingham. •Mountford, P. J., "Groveley Cottage," Groveley Corner, West Heath, 31. •Munns, D. J., "Lingmell," Beacon Hill, Aldridge.

51 Munns, Mrs. D. J., "Lingmell," Beacon Hill, Aldridge. Munro, H. R., 93 Green Meadow Road, Selly Oak, 29. Naish, Mrs. G. M., 27 Fox Hill, Selly Oak, 29. Nail, G. and W. A., 33 Elmcroft Road, Yardley, 26. *Naylor, D. H., Chanters Hollow, Whitehill Road, Kidderminster. *Neal, F. J., Walton, near Warwick. *Nelder, J. A., "Philomel," Kineton Road, Wellesbourne. *Nelder, Mrs. M., "Philomel," Kineton Road, Wellesbourne. Nelson, Mrs. V., 246 May Lane, Kings Heath, 14. Newman, Mr. and Mrs. C. A., 191 Willow Avenue, Edgbaston, 17. Newstead, Mrs. V. C., 53 Wheats Avenue, Harborne, 17. •Nicholas, E. N,. "Avondale," Wasperton, near Warwick. •Nield, J., Marston Farm, Bodymoor Heath, Sutton Coldfield. Norris, C. A., Clent House, Clent. Norris, Mrs. P., Grassholme, Warwick Road, Stratford-on-Avon. Nuttall, Mr. and Mrs. R., 27 Cranes Park Road, Sheldon, 26. •Nuneaton Bird Watchers' Club (N.B.W.C.). Oakley, R. W„ 18 Branton Hill Lane, Aldridge. Oldfield, C. A., 36 Alcester Road, Stratford-on-Avon. Oliver, R., 2 Courtway Avenue, Kings Heath, 14. Ollis, F. W., 191 Church Hill Road, Handsworth, 20. Owen, Miss M., 13 Staplehall Road, Northfield, 31. Palfrey, H. E., "Everscote," Pedmore, Stourbridge. Park, "D. J., 104 Delhurst Road, Great Barr, 22A. Parker, Mr. and Mrs. M., 8 Cannon Hill Road, Coventry. Parsons, B. H., 122 Oakhurst Road, Acocks Green, 27. Pascal, Miss R., 17 Rotton Park Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. •Paterson, Miss M. R., Cole Park, Malmesbuiy, Wiltshire. Payne, G. A., 22 Oakwood Road, Sutton Coldfield Payne, Miss M. E., Shenstone Training College, near Kidderminster. Pearsall, Miss V. M. B., 125 Court Oak Road, Harborne, 17. Penn, J. D., "Menecroft," Thicknall Lane, Clent. Penny, Mr. and Mrs. A. G., "Little Mead," Broome Lane, Blakedown, Kidderminster. Peplow, Mr. and Mrs. W. A., "Wych Garth," Dingle Road, Pedmore, Stourbridge. Phillipson, J. B., 198 Norton Lane, Earlswood. Plumridge, E., 18 Mulberry Street, Stratford-on-Avon. •Porter, S. C., 57 Billesley Lane, Moseley, 13. Powell, D., 30 Farrington Road, Erdington, 23. Powell, M. B., "The Outspan," Stoney Lane, Endon, near Stoke-on-Trent. •Powell, P. R., 2 Botany Road, Delves, Walsall. Power, W. W., " The Spinney," The Crescent, Hampton-in-Arden. Price, H. L., 96 Middlemore Road, Northfield, 31. Pritchard, Mr. and Mrs. B. S., 12 Knightlow Road, Harborne, 17. Pritchard, Miss E., 30 Reddings Road, Moseley, 13. Proctor, W. J., 74 Dovehouse Lane, Solihull. Proudfoot, J., 1 Lime Street, Scotstoon, Glasgow, W.4. •Pumphrey, Miss M. E., Larks Field, Rowney Green Lane, Alvechurch. Ramsdale, C., 2 Walmley Ash Road, Sutton Coldfield. Rawlings, Miss J„ 25 Fox Hill, Selly Oak, 29. Rawsthorne, J. R., 58 Holifast Road, Sutton Coldfield. Rayner, G. W„ Officers Mess, R.A.F., Geilenkirchen, B.A.O.R.l. Reece, C. R. L., "Corydon Cottage," Stanford Road, Great Witley, Worcs. •Reece, T., 42 Arnold Road, Shirley, Warwickshire. •Reeves, E., 88 Green Lane, Tutbury, Burton-on-Trent. Restall, F. H., 62 Handsworth Wood Road, Birmingham 20. Reynolds, N., 70 Rosemary Hill Road, Streetly. •Richards, A. J., 17 Moseley Avenue, Coundon, Coventry. Richards, Mr. and Mrs. D„ 182 Church Hill Road, Handsworth, 20. 52 Rickard, Miss J., "The Rookery," 216 Henwick Road, Worcester. Riley, C. T., 22 Wychall Lane, Kings Norton, 30. Robin, Miss M., 29 Wadhurst Road, Edgbaston, 17. Roe, J. G., 43 West Drive, Heathfield Park, Handsworth, 20. Rogers, Mr. and Mrs. F. V., 123 Bewdley Street, Kidderminster. •Rogers, M. J., 1A Vesey Road, Wylde Green, Sutton Coldfield. Rollett, R, 165 Heathfield Road, Handsworth, 19. Russell, F. R., 19 Avenue Road, Malvern. Russell, R. T., 44 Carless Avenue, Harborne, Birmingham. Rutter, E. M., "Eversley," Kennedy Road, Shrewsbury. Rutter, G. T., 77 Sir Hiltons Road, West Heath, 31. Ryder, Mr. P. M. and Miss E., 58 The Broadway, Dudley. Ryland, J. W., Callow Hill House, near Redditch. Sage, J. A., 8 Ludlow Road, Redditch. Salt, S. L., 22 Vernon Avenue, Handsworth Wood, 20. •Salter, R. G., 52 Willow Road, Bournville, 30. Sanders, V. G., 34 St. Mary's Road, Harborne, Birmingham. Savage, J. H., 92 The Boulevard, Wylde Green, Sutton Coldficld. Saxby, Mrs. C. O., 66 Harborne Road, Edgbaston, 15. Schaeffer, G. W„ 107 Blenheim Road, Moseley, 13. •Scott, J. D., 23 Arbury Avenue, Bedworth, Warks. Sealey, A. F., 98 Bromsgrove Road, Redditch. Sears, J., 468 Shirley Road, Hall Green, 28. Sears, Mrs. J., 468 Shirley Road, Hall Green, 28. Sears, P., 5 Acheson Road, Hall Green, 28. Seedhouse, Miss A., 192 Lichfield Road, Brownhills. Sheldon, J. H., Airedale, Regis Road, Tettenhall, Wolverhampton. Shewring, F., 168 Loxley Road, Stratford-on-Avon. •Simkin, D. J. " The Limes," Great Wyrley, near Walsall. Simms, E. A., 85 Brook Road, Cricklewood, London, N.W.2. Simpson, Miss B. A., 3 Abbey Road, Harborne, 17. Skilbeck, R. J., 1 St. Chads Road, Oldfallings, Wolverhampton. Skirrow, M. B., "The Chase," Upper Welland, Malvern, Worcs. Smith, Miss A. K. B., 44 Green Meadow Road, Selly Oak, 29. •Smith, D. 1., 28 Manor Hill, Sutton Coldfield. Smith, J. M„ 343 Hagley Road, Edgbaston, 17. •Smith, Mrs. M. Palmer-, 202 Pickersleigh Road, Malvern. Smith, Miss M. M. S., 105 Darnick Road, Sutton Coldfield. Smith, P. E., 12 Albert Road, Millisons Wood, Allesley, near Coventry. Southall, K. H., 107 Middleton Hall Road, Kings Norton, 30. South Staffordshire Naturalists Society. Spalding, J. S., 1 Churchill Cottages, Hamstead Road, Handsworth, Birming- ham. Stone, J. W., 63 Pilkington Avenue, Sutton Coldfield. Stooke, Miss 1. M. W., 38A Goldieslie Road, Sutton Coldfield. Studley College, Warwickshire. Sturge, Miss M. D., 35 Carpenter Road, Birmingham, 15. Stych, Miss D., 184 Stonor Road, Hall Green, 28. Summerfield, D., 65 Green Lane, Tettenhall, near Wolverhampton. Sunderland, J. E., Bulls Head, Salters Street, Earlswood. Swann, A. K. and II. M., 20 Tudor Hill, Sutton Coldfield. Swindells, Mr. and Mrs. N., 98 Sharmans Cross Road, Solihull. Tabberner, Mrs. F., Beacon Hill, Bromsgrove Road, Hagley. Tapper, F. H., 53 Woodville Road, Harborne, Birmingham. Taylor, C. H., "The Grey House," Paxford, Chipping Camden, Glos. Taylor, C. L., 71 Vernon Road, Edgbaston, 16. Taylor, L. J., 344 Chester Road, Sutton Coldfield. Taylor, R., 84 Shottery Road, Stratford-on-Avon. Tedstone, L., 46 Cubley Road, Hall Green, 28. Thomas, C., 48 Manor Road North, Edgbaston, 16. 53 Thomas, G. J., 1 Walmley Ash Road, Sutton Coldfield. •Thomas, K. H., 38 Miall Road, Hall Green, 28. Thompson, A. R., School House, High Ercall, Wellington, Salop. Thompson, W. H. A., Burcot House, near Bromsgrove. •Thompson, W. N. A., Burcot House, near Bromsgrove. •Thursfield, Mrs. M., Burnt Wood, Long Bank, Bewdley, Worcs. •Thursfield, T. M„ 48 Wylde Green Road, Sutton Coldfield. •Tibbetts, Mrs. H. M. D., The Old Post Office, Elmley Castle, near Pershore. •Tippins, R., 28 Ayre Road, Erdington, 24. Tooby, H. J., The New House, Bransford, near Worcester. Trenchmann, N. G., Harvington, Evesham, Worcs. Tregenza, L. A., 106 Witherford Way, Selly Oak, 29. Turnbull, Miss M., 26 Mayfield Road, Birmingham, 13. •Turner, R. G., 18 Four Ashes Road, Bentley Heath, Knowle. Turpin, Mrs. R. F., 394, Alcester Road South, Kings Heath, 14. Upsall, Mrs. A. M. and Mr. M. S., 49 Hoo Road, Kidderminster. Vaudin, Mrs. F. M., 12 Russell Road, Kidderminster. Veitch, T. G., "Cedar Cottage," Monkspath, Shirley. •Veitch, Mrs. J., "Cedar Cottage," Monkspath, Shirley. •Vernon, J. D. R., "The Elms," Henwood Road, Compton, Wolverhampton. Vernon, M. J., 58 Broad Lane, Kings Heath, 14. Vernon, R. L., Hilton Park, near Wolverhampton. Wade, Miss B. G., 12 Garretts Green Lane, Birmingham 26. Wagstaffe, Miss K. R., 3 Abbey Road, Harborne, 3. Waine, R. J., "Roundhill," Linehouse Lane, Marlbrook, Bromsgrove. •Wakelin, D. H., 338 Walsall Road, Perry Barr, 22B. Walker, A. R., 72 Knowle Road, Springfield, near Dudley. Walker, F. 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