Offshore
Morning observations (0730-0830) were led by a Black Guillemot with a supporting cast of 61 Sandwich Tern, 34 Common Scoter, 25 Gannet, 22 Manx Shearwater, 6 Razorbill and 4 Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
The Cuckoo still remains and the steady trickle of Willow Warbler continues.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 2 Greenshank and 2 Common Sandpiper.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Gatekeepers are now on the wing and July Highflier was new for the year. A Grey Dagger turned up on urban Walney – the first island record away from the south end.
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Grey Dagger
