Spring migration gets underway

12th March 2011 – overcast/rain later W3
Offshore
Morning observations (0830-0930) produced 100 Eider, 15 Common Scoter, 2 Gannet, 2 Red-throated Diver and a Razorbill.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 12 Siskin flew through and 10 Meadow Pipits and 2 Pied Wagtail provided further evidence that spring migration is beginning to get underway.
Grounded Migrants
A few Greenfinch and Goldfinch were newly arrived.
Miscellaneous
At least 4 Little Egret remain in residence.