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The Buzzard is a majestic bird which does fly over the Kinson
Common during the year. In the past, a pair have landed in the
Central Bog region. It can be observed at almost anytime in the
year and on warm sunny days in summer, birds such as crows
will take it in turns to mob it and by sounding their alarm calls. If
you see a large bird soaring on the thermals, it will probably be a
Buzzard.
The plumage is darker brown above with lighter brown on the
underside. Its feet and legs are yellow. Adult females are about
5cm larger than the males.
Haunt. Anywhere locally from Kinson to Turbary, Longham and
Dudsbury and beyond.
Nest. It does nest locally but not on the Kinson Commmon. It
usually nests high up in a tree or a cliff edge. The nest is
made from sticks, grass, even leaves and wool fibres.
Eggs. 2-3 are laid about May. The eggs are greenish-white
with light brown blotches.
Food. Buzzards will eat young rabbits and birds, rats and
mice, also reptiles and insects.
Notes. It makes a loud mewing sound, "mee-oo".
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