A few migrants

6th September 2020 – overcast/showers NW2/3
Notice
Please note that South Walney Nature Reserve is now open though the hides, visitor centre and toilets remain closed to comply with social distancing measures.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced 400 Common Scoter, 21 Gannet, 14 Sandwich Tern, 6 Kittiwake and 4 Razorbill.
Grounded Migrants
A smattering of sightings included 12 White Wagtail, 11 Robin, 10 Chiffchaff, 3 Wheatear, 2 Spotted Flycatcher, 2 Goldcrest and single Willow Warbler and Whitethroat.
Diurnal Migration
A few birds were on the move including 6 Tree Sparrow, 5 Grey Wagtail and 4 Siskin.
Miscellaneous
A Jay was the best of the rest.