2017 summary

In 2017 Chelmarsh Ringing Group had a total of 2994 ringed birds.

At Chelmarsh itself 1839 birds were rung of 46 species.  Most common was Chiffchaff (252) followed by Blue Tit (222), Reed Warbler (221) and Reed Bunting (219).  Of note, there were good Sedge Warbler numbers (125) and Bullfinch (49).

On Clee Hill Stonechat numbers were excellent with 350 birds recorded overall.  Wheatear were very disappointing with just 3 resighted birds.