A New Sanctuary
A little jut of land by Wembury Point in South Devon has been known for years as a favourite refuge for birds, especially migrants, though some of the rarer home-keeping birds rest there. The Devon Birdwatcher and Preservation Society wish to retain it as a sanctuary and preserve it from the tide of bungalows that rises against this lovely spot. A mar- vellous list of rare birds has been recorded during the last 18 months. It includes black redstarts (quite regular visitors), white wagtail, many sorts of duck and waders, some geese, grey phalarope, Sandwich tern, raven and merlin. This favourite little retreat is in danger of being lost to the birds for the want of so small a sum as £150. The treasurer of the society, which is zealous but poor, is Mr. A. H. Roushani, 59 Lower Knightleys, St. David's, Exeter. May he have a large mail-bag of small subscriptions !
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