10th October 2007 - sunny spells NE1
Grounded Migrants
Grounded migrants continue to be at a premium however 12 Goldcrest, 11 Song Thrush, 3 Redwing, 2 Blackbird, 2 Chiffchaff and a Blackcap were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Birds passing overhead prior to 0900hrs included 320 Jackdaw, 200 Meadow Pipit, 75 Pink-footed Goose, 60 Skylark, 60 Greenfinch, 26 Chaffinch, 20 alba Wagtail, 18 Tree Sparrow, 14 Siskin, 9 Redpoll, 8 Reed Bunting, 5 House Sparrow, 5 Collared Dove, 3 Swallow, 2 House Martin and 2 Grey Wagtail.
Miscellaneous
At least 4 Little Egret remain along with 2 Merlin and a Water Rail. However, a female Great Spotted Woodpecker was new in.
Butterflies
A Painted Lady and 5 Red Admiral were logged.
