Watch the birdie!

Yet another fascinating thing to do in Pembrokeshire at this time of year is a bit of bird watching - the county offers wonderful opportunities to see various species, from waders and wildfowl on the river to migratory seabirds and birds of prey.

Mel has been telling us about the fascinating Osprey centre near Aberystwyth. There are also wonderful places to see Red Kites, such as Tregarron (near Cardigan.) The Welsh Wildlife Centre at Cilgerran is a great place to explore a reed bed habitat and spot its inhabitants. There are wonderful bird watching sites all over the county, from Strumble Head and Nevern Estuary to The Gann near Dale and the lily ponds at Bosherston.

It's a great time of year to visit Skomer Island (the boat runs daily from Martins Haven) to see the bustling colonies of seabirds - spot Puffins, Choughs, Manx Shearwaters, Razorbills, Guillemots, Kittiwakes and even Short Eared Owls and Peregrines. There are weekly RSPB guided walks on Ramsey Island (get the boat from St. Justinians near St. Davids) and just walking the coastal path will give you a bird's eye view! Or for something quieter, don't forget the secret waterways of the River Cleddau and quiet woodlands. So get twitching!