22nd October 2010 –sunny spells and showers WSW4/5
Rarities
The Grey Phalarope remained on floodwater at Snab Point throughout the day and a Lapland Bunting was at Hare Hill early afternoon.
Offshore
Morning observations on the rising tide (1000-1100) produced 52 Razorbill, 26 Kittiwake, 15 Common Scoter, 4 Guillemot and single Shag and Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Sightings were limited to single Fieldfare, Blackcap and Chiffchaff
Diurnal Migration
Little was on the move early morning with 2 Tree Sparrow the only record of note.
Wildfowl and Waders
The first 7 Pintail are now in residence, a Whooper Swan was seen and the flock of pale-bellied Brent Geese increased to 45 birds, including 6 juveniles.
Miscellaneous
At least 12 Little Egret remain on the island, raptors included Merlin and Sparrowhawk and the Water Rail remains in residence
