A pair of storks has found each other again and will perhaps breed in the nesting aid on St. Barbara's Church. At the moment they are exploring the surroundings and renovating the existing nest. Two weeks ago there were already other applicants, but they moved away again. We are curious to see whether there will be a successful brood this year for the first time in many years....
February saw the return of whooper swans to the Rhine. This flock could be seen for a few days in the Delta de la Sauer on the French side of the Rhine before making the long journey to their breeding grounds in the north and east.
In January, the average temperatures were once again 2 degrees higher than in previous years, but there were still some frosty nights. Surprisingly, our little owl had also left its cave, we hope that it survives this time well and that its partner does too.