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  1. 10-07-2011 #1
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    Cool RSPB Elmley Marsh, Isle of Sheppey.

    From a visit today. The Bird of Prey is a Marsh Harrier as far as i know. My first ever sighting of a Yellow Wagtail! and can anyone name the small butterfly pls?

    Where is it?
    Lat/lng: 51.376635,0.782532
    Postcode: ME12 3RW
    Grid reference: TQ937678
    Nearest town: Sittingbourne, Kent
    County: Kent
    Country: England
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    Nice shots Philip, the small butterfly is I believe a Small Skipper. Looks like a nice reserve.
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