This bird has been around the Cross Inn area for at least three weeks now. I have had reports from two people, on 16th and 23rd Aug.
I decided not to put anything on the blog unless evidence of wild origin became available. As Russell has pointed out out previously. There are quite a few roaming around from re-introduction schemes and all sightings are regarded as these birds or escapes without conclusive evidence of wild origin
Russell has posted on WhatsApp of a ringed bird roosting on a roof in Pennant during the week up to 30th Aug.
So, a magnificent bird and well worth seeing, but don't add it onto your lists.