A large flock of Cormorants have arrived at London Wetland Centre on their annual migration.
The wetland centre, located in Barnes, reports that more than 60 of the birds have been spotted so far, but this number could go up to as many as 200 in the coming weeks.
A spokesperson for London Wetland Centre commented: “Each March, we see a build up of migrant Cormorants on our main lake.
“They stop off to rest and feed on the abundant shoals of perch, eels and younger pike here, before completing their migration towards the Bay of Biscay in western France.”
It is thought that the majority of these birds originate from the North Sea and Baltic Sea areas.
Known to be excellent fishers, Cormorants are easily visible due to their size, colour and almost prehistoric appearance. They boast a long, hook-tipped bill, which helps them catch fish whilst swimming underwater.
London Wetland Centre is currently open 10am to 4.30pm every day of the week for visitors to come and find the flock before they continue their journey.
For more information and to plan a trip, visit https://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/london.
