Bird-watchers have been flocking to catch sight of a pair of rare Eurasian Spoonbills.

The tall white waterbirds, which are listed as a conservation concern in the UK, were spotted wading in Faversham Creek.

With a wingspan of up to 135cm, they have pure white feathers, broad black bills and long black legs.

During their breeding season, they also display a bright yellow tip to their spoon-shaped bill.

In the same family as herons, storks and ibises, the RSPB estimates there are only currently around 80 wintering Eurasian Spoonbills in the UK.

Jackie Boswell, who happened upon the magnificent birds at Faversham Creek, said: “My husband spotted them first.

“When I looked I just thought they weren't what is usually on the creek, as we walk over that bridge most days.

“I love taking photos so I hopefully managed to capture them but I didn't realise they would cause so much excitement.”

Their presence created something of a flutter on social media.

Wildlife lover Dan Salter said: “We are currently home to, we think, maybe three, definitely two, rare Eurasian Spoonbill!

“Magnificent birds, undergoing a huge breeding program project in Norfolk – their range is slowly spreading.

“In my 50 years, this is my first time seeing them in the UK.”