Took a trip to one of my local patches the other day, Broadmeadows in Swords. Even when I'm heading to Rogerstown I always have a look here as it's a great spot for rarities, with a white-rumped sandpiper and spotted redshank last year. It's also a regular haunt for ruff, and a whooper swan has been there since October, nearly 6 months. I hoped to get a good view of the little gull that had been hanging around but it was a no-show. I had a quick look along the north side for common sandpiper - too early I'd say, but I was rewarded with great views of this greenshank feeding along the edge of the road. I used my car as a hide and got to within 20 feet, probably less. This shot is only slightly cropped - a real frame filler!
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