Arnold went birding at Al Asfar Lake near Al
Hassa recently and found a few winter birds including up to six Common
Stonechats. He also saw the almost resident Western Osprey along with a Common
Kestrel. Two Greater Spotted Eagles were also present and look like they are
wintering at the wetland which has not been recorded at the location for a
number of years although this is probably more due to the fact not many birders
visit the site in winter rather than birds not being there. I thank Arnold for
the information and permission to use his photos on my website.
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| Common Kestrel |
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| Western Osprey |
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| Western Osprey |
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| Western Osprey |