At this time of year, especially during warm weather spells and when Odonata are emerging in large numbers, one of the most regular/likely places you are likely see one is over Bosherston lakes.
On our way to Stackpole Quay this afternoon we had a quick look from the 8 Arch Bridge. Within five minutes a non-breeding immature hobby appeared over the lower eastern arm. It was hawking large insects (most probably dragonflies and damselflies) high above the water and adjacent woodland. A small flock of agitated house martins gave it away. The light was rather too hazy and bright for any decent photos but we had ago anyway.
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| An insect captured in its talons is skillfully transferred to its bill in seconds and eaten in flight |
If the warm weather continues there is every chance that it will hang around for a while feeding on the abundant insects at the lakes (and probably have ago at the bats!) during the summer months. Perhaps this one has already been there for a while?