Waddle Like An Egyptian !

Egyptian Goose on Salford Wharf (photo: Steven Burke)

A species of goose that originates from Africa has recently been spotted by birdwatchers on Salford Quays. The Egyptian Goose (Scientific name Alopochen aegyptiacus) was first sighted on 27^th June & appears to be enjoying life on the Costa del Salford so much that it has stayed. It can often be found around the Salford Watersports Club & Clippers Quay. Local residents of The Quays have also noticed this very distinctive bird.

“The natural habitat of the Egyptian Goose is sites such as the River Nile, but this bird’s origins are much more likely to be an escape from a zoo/private collection, or a visitor from the UK feral population in East Anglia. Either way, it’s the first time one’s been seen around Salford Docks!”

Welcome

WELCOME TO SALFORD QUAYS WILDLIFE A new website to highlight the biodiversity of Salford Quays, located just west of Manchester city centre. Many people should know the site as the new home of the BBC & some people might know of the industrial heritage, but what many people don't know is how good the area is for wildlife. It has a bird list of over 100 species & there are many sites around The Quays to go birdwatching. It's not just birds, there is a flora list of well over 150 species, & an assortment of mammals & insects If you have seen any interesting wildlife around The Quays, please email: salfordbirds@yahoo.com Yours sincerely, James Walsh (University of Salford Wildlife & Conservation student)