Rare black-crowned night heron spotted at Somerset's Holnicote Estate
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Rare black-crowned night heron spotted at Somerset's Holnicote Estate

3 hours ago · Originally published 24 Jul 2026 9/10 Original headline: Rare heron seen at Somerset estate where river has been allowed to run free
A rare black-crowned night heron has been recorded at the Holnicote Estate, where conservationists have allowed a river to return to its natural course. The project has created a lush wetland refuge that is attracting a variety of wildlife, providing a vital sanctuary for species as the surrounding landscape dries out.
Source: r/GoodNewsUK Somerset
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