Last Friday evening, members of Leigh Ornithological Society attended Leigh Library’s Derby Room where we treated to an informative talk by our very own
Dennis Atherton. Being a passionate birder, Dennis took us on a journey to the Rock of Gibraltar, (Gib) for Spanish specialities such as the short-toed treecreeper and bald ibis before taking us to Tarifa to see some spectacular birds of prey on their migration pathway which has gained fame.
As always Dennis passed on some of his huge knowledge with humour, many of us visiting Leigh Painting Company next day for a grey colour card so that we may recognise seagulls by their wing colours. Thank you for kicking off our 2025/2026 season Dennis.
Next meeting is the Annual General Meeting, Friday 3rd October 2025 when Martyn Jones will be presenting ‘Gone Birdin’.
