In the last four years we've seen quite a few little voles on the river bank, nibbling on reeds and going about their business. More often we've been made aware of their presence by way of hearing a distinctive 'plop' into the water or to see a reed waving wildly amongst a crowd of calm. Seeing a water vole is a real treat, one which makes the heart leap. I don't think water voles are as shy as they're made out to be, I think they're cheeky chaps with a good sense of humour and a passion for hide and seek.
Sophie