9th August 2025 – overcast SW4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0900) produced 64 Manx Shearwater, 63 Common Scoter, 60 Little Tern, 36 Sandwich Tern, 11 Gannet, 2 Shag and an Arctic Skua.
Wildfowl and Waders
A total of 36 Greenshank was amongst 1030 Redshank and a single Whimbrel was seen.
Black-tailed Godwits
8th August 2025 – overcast/showers WSW4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (045-0745) revealed 41 Common Scoter, 9 Sandwich Tern, 6 Manx Shearwater and a Fulmar.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler and a Sedge Warbler.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 15 Black-tailed Godwit.
Miscellaneous
Raptors involved 3 Kestrel and single Sparrowhawk and Peregrine
Offshore
Observations over the sea (045-0745) revealed 41 Common Scoter, 9 Sandwich Tern, 6 Manx Shearwater and a Fulmar.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler and a Sedge Warbler.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 15 Black-tailed Godwit.
Miscellaneous
Raptors involved 3 Kestrel and single Sparrowhawk and Peregrine
Storm Petrel and Red-throated Diver
7th August 2025 – rain then showers clearing SW4/6
Offshore
As the rain cleared to showers observations over the sea (0700-0800) revealed 43 Manx Shearwater, 18 Common Scoter, 15 Gannet, 11 Sandwich Tern, 6 Little Tern and single Storm Petrel and Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 10 Greenshank and a Black-tailed Godwit.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap attracted 86 moths of 29 species with migrants represented by a Dark Sword-grass while Flame Shoulder was the dominant species
Offshore
As the rain cleared to showers observations over the sea (0700-0800) revealed 43 Manx Shearwater, 18 Common Scoter, 15 Gannet, 11 Sandwich Tern, 6 Little Tern and single Storm Petrel and Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 10 Greenshank and a Black-tailed Godwit.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap attracted 86 moths of 29 species with migrants represented by a Dark Sword-grass while Flame Shoulder was the dominant species
Arctic Skua
5th August 2025 – sun and showers W5/8
Offshore
Observations over the sea (1130-1230) produced 154 Sandwich Tern, 15 Little Tern, 10 Manx Shearwater, 7 Common Scoter, 4 Gannet and single Kittiwake, Guillemot and Arctic Skua.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Ringing
A total of 21 colour-ringed birds were logged – many were gulls but three Sandwich Terns involved birds ringed as nestlings in colonies at Hodbarrow in Cumbria, Cemlyn Bay in North Wales and Blue Circle Island in Northern Ireland.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (1130-1230) produced 154 Sandwich Tern, 15 Little Tern, 10 Manx Shearwater, 7 Common Scoter, 4 Gannet and single Kittiwake, Guillemot and Arctic Skua.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Ringing
A total of 21 colour-ringed birds were logged – many were gulls but three Sandwich Terns involved birds ringed as nestlings in colonies at Hodbarrow in Cumbria, Cemlyn Bay in North Wales and Blue Circle Island in Northern Ireland.
Still seawatching
4th August 2025 – rain then showers clearing W5/8 with gusts to 50mph
Offshore
As the rain cleared to showers Storm Floris disappointed (1030-1230) with just 119 Gannet, 118 Manx Shearwater, 50 Common Scoter, 19 Sandwich Tern, 5 Fulmar and 3 Kittiwake logged.
Offshore
As the rain cleared to showers Storm Floris disappointed (1030-1230) with just 119 Gannet, 118 Manx Shearwater, 50 Common Scoter, 19 Sandwich Tern, 5 Fulmar and 3 Kittiwake logged.
Great Northern Diver and Storm Petrel
3rd August 2025 – rain clearing to sunny spells SW3/4
Offshore
The sea produced the days surprises with a summer plumaged Great Northern Diver and a single Storm Petrel amongst 130 Sandwich Tern, 43 Common Scoter, 22 Gannet, 20 Manx Shearwater and a Shag.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included a solitary Whimbrel.
Mammals
A Weasel put in another appearance
Dragonflies
An Emperor Dragonfly was found ovipositing.
Offshore
The sea produced the days surprises with a summer plumaged Great Northern Diver and a single Storm Petrel amongst 130 Sandwich Tern, 43 Common Scoter, 22 Gannet, 20 Manx Shearwater and a Shag.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included a solitary Whimbrel.
Mammals
A Weasel put in another appearance
Dragonflies
An Emperor Dragonfly was found ovipositing.
Little Ringed Plover, Ruff and Marsh Harrier
2nd August 2025 – bright and sunny
Offshore
The sea provided 518 Sandwich Tern and single Gannet and Arctic Skua.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 12 Willow Warbler and 7 Whitethroat.
Diurnal Migration
A Marsh Harrier flew through late morning.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included single Little Ringed Plover and Ruff.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap attracted 143 moths of 49 species. Recent sightings include Brown-line Bright-eye, Hedge Rustic, Canary-shouldered Thorn and Pale Prominent
Offshore
The sea provided 518 Sandwich Tern and single Gannet and Arctic Skua.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 12 Willow Warbler and 7 Whitethroat.
Diurnal Migration
A Marsh Harrier flew through late morning.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included single Little Ringed Plover and Ruff.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap attracted 143 moths of 49 species. Recent sightings include Brown-line Bright-eye, Hedge Rustic, Canary-shouldered Thorn and Pale Prominent
First Treecreeper of the year
31st July 2025 – sunny spells NW4/5
Grounded Migrants
There were only 3 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat today while 2 Treecreeper and a Great Spotted Woodpecker were perhaps examples of post-breeding dispersal.
Diurnal Migration
A few Sand Martin and Swallow trickled through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 7 Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
Grounded Migrants
There were only 3 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat today while 2 Treecreeper and a Great Spotted Woodpecker were perhaps examples of post-breeding dispersal.
Diurnal Migration
A few Sand Martin and Swallow trickled through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 7 Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
First Willow Warbler fall of the autumn
30th July 2025 – overcast/drizzle at times NW2/3
Offshore
A check over the sea again produced just a few Sandwich Tern.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 30 Willow Warbler was logged and additional sightings included 7 Whitethroat and single Wheatear, Cuckoo and Sedge Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
Single Redpoll and Tree Sparrow flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The juvenile Red-breasted Merganser continues to survive and a Whimbrel was logged.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
Mammals
A Bottle-nosed Dolphin was offshore.
Offshore
A check over the sea again produced just a few Sandwich Tern.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 30 Willow Warbler was logged and additional sightings included 7 Whitethroat and single Wheatear, Cuckoo and Sedge Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
Single Redpoll and Tree Sparrow flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The juvenile Red-breasted Merganser continues to survive and a Whimbrel was logged.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
Mammals
A Bottle-nosed Dolphin was offshore.
Another migrant trickle
29th July 2025 – overcast/drizzle/calm
Offshore
A check over the sea produced just a few Sandwich Tern.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 20 Pied Wagtail was logged and warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through and 30 Sand Martin gathered.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
Offshore
A check over the sea produced just a few Sandwich Tern.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 20 Pied Wagtail was logged and warblers involved 2 Willow Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through and 30 Sand Martin gathered.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
Another trickle of migrants
27th July 2025 – overcast WNW2/4
Offshore
A check over the sea produced 500 Sandwich Tern, 9 Gannet, 3 Common Scoter and 2 Common Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 4 Willow Warbler, 2 Whitethroat and a Lesser Whitethroat.
Diurnal Migration
A Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 323 Redshank, 111 Turnstone, 17 Greenshank, 4 Black-tailed Godwit and a Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
Mammals
A Weasel was seen.
Offshore
A check over the sea produced 500 Sandwich Tern, 9 Gannet, 3 Common Scoter and 2 Common Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 4 Willow Warbler, 2 Whitethroat and a Lesser Whitethroat.
Diurnal Migration
A Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 323 Redshank, 111 Turnstone, 17 Greenshank, 4 Black-tailed Godwit and a Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow was the best of the rest.
Mammals
A Weasel was seen.
A trickle of migrants
26th July 2025 – sunny spells WNW2/4
Offshore
A check over the sea produced 300 Sandwich Tern and 10 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Sedge Warbler and a Willow Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
A Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 700 Dunlin and 20 Ringed Plover.
Miscellaneous
A Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Offshore
A check over the sea produced 300 Sandwich Tern and 10 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 2 Sedge Warbler and a Willow Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
A Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 700 Dunlin and 20 Ringed Plover.
Miscellaneous
A Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Osprey
25th July 2025 – overcast WSW2/4
Offshore
A check over the sea produced 220 Sandwich Tern and 3 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 7 Sedge Warbler, 6 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat.
Miscellaneous
An Osprey - remarkably the first of the year - fished the eastern shore and the Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A total of 86 moths of 37 species were attracted to the light overnight with Dingy Footman still the dominant species and Antler Moth new for the year.
Offshore
A check over the sea produced 220 Sandwich Tern and 3 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 7 Sedge Warbler, 6 Willow Warbler and a Whitethroat.
Miscellaneous
An Osprey - remarkably the first of the year - fished the eastern shore and the Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A total of 86 moths of 37 species were attracted to the light overnight with Dingy Footman still the dominant species and Antler Moth new for the year.
Mediterranean Gull
24th July 2025 – mist start then sunny spells NW3/4
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 75 Common Scoter, 15 Sandwich Tern, 12 Manx Shearwater, 8 Gannet and a Mediterranean Gull.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 6 Whitethroat, 3 Willow Warbler and single Chiffchaff and Sedge Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
Single Redpoll and Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Whimbrel was logged.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A total of 157 moths of 51 species were attracted to the light overnight with Dingy Footman still the dominant species while Southern Wainscot and Rosy Rustic were new for the year.
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 75 Common Scoter, 15 Sandwich Tern, 12 Manx Shearwater, 8 Gannet and a Mediterranean Gull.
Grounded Migrants
Warblers involved 6 Whitethroat, 3 Willow Warbler and single Chiffchaff and Sedge Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
Single Redpoll and Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Whimbrel was logged.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A total of 157 moths of 51 species were attracted to the light overnight with Dingy Footman still the dominant species while Southern Wainscot and Rosy Rustic were new for the year.
Waders continue to increase
23rd July 2025 – mist start then sunny spells WNW3/5
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 16 Sandwich Tern, 9 Common Scoter, 4 Gannet and a Manx Shearwater.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 1421 Oystercatcher, 715 Redshank, 412 Curlew, 127 Sanderling, 110 Dunlin, 48 Turnstone, 24 Ringed Plover, 16 Greenshank, 16 Grey Plover and 2 Grey Plover.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and 28 Little Egret were logged
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 16 Sandwich Tern, 9 Common Scoter, 4 Gannet and a Manx Shearwater.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 1421 Oystercatcher, 715 Redshank, 412 Curlew, 127 Sanderling, 110 Dunlin, 48 Turnstone, 24 Ringed Plover, 16 Greenshank, 16 Grey Plover and 2 Grey Plover.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and 28 Little Egret were logged
Greenshank numbers begin to build
22nd July 2025 – overcast/drizzle at times WNW3/5
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 11 Common Scoter, 10 Sandwich Tern, 2 Shag and a Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 22 Pied Wagtail was logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 14 Greenshank, 3 Black-tailed Godwit and 3 Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 11 Common Scoter, 10 Sandwich Tern, 2 Shag and a Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 22 Pied Wagtail was logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 14 Greenshank, 3 Black-tailed Godwit and 3 Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Willow Warbler passage begins to increase
21st July 2025 – sunny spells/humid SW1/2
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 15 Common Scoter, 10 Sandwich Tern and a Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 5 Willow Warbler, 5 Sedge Warbler and 5 Whitethroat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew over.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included single Whimbrel and Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
Single Sparrowhawk and Kestrel were the best of the rest.
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 15 Common Scoter, 10 Sandwich Tern and a Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 5 Willow Warbler, 5 Sedge Warbler and 5 Whitethroat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew over.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included single Whimbrel and Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
Single Sparrowhawk and Kestrel were the best of the rest.
Reed Warbler and Wheatear on the move
20th July 2025 – overcast/showers then rain E2/4
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 240 Sandwich Tern and an Arctic Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 12 Pied Wagtail, 5 Sedge Warbler, 3 Whitethroat, 2 Willow Warbler and single Reed Warbler and Wheatear were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A group of 6 Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The juvenile Red-breasted Merganser and a few juvenile Eider continue to survive. Waders included 3 Whimbrel and 2 Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and a Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
A total of 181 moths of 47 species were attracted to the light overnight with Dingy Footman the dominant species.
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 240 Sandwich Tern and an Arctic Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 12 Pied Wagtail, 5 Sedge Warbler, 3 Whitethroat, 2 Willow Warbler and single Reed Warbler and Wheatear were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A group of 6 Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The juvenile Red-breasted Merganser and a few juvenile Eider continue to survive. Waders included 3 Whimbrel and 2 Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and a Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
A total of 181 moths of 47 species were attracted to the light overnight with Dingy Footman the dominant species.
More Yellow Wagtails
19th July 2025 – overcast/showers V1
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 20 Sandwich Tern, 18 Common Scoter, 8 Gannet and a Shag.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 22 Pied Wagtail, 10 Sedge Warbler, 8 Whitethroat and single Willow Warbler and Robin were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 80 Sand Martin gathered over the island and 3 Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 22 Dunlin and a Whimbrel.
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced 20 Sandwich Tern, 18 Common Scoter, 8 Gannet and a Shag.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 22 Pied Wagtail, 10 Sedge Warbler, 8 Whitethroat and single Willow Warbler and Robin were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 80 Sand Martin gathered over the island and 3 Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 22 Dunlin and a Whimbrel.
Red-crested Pochard
18th July 2025 – overcast/warm and humid W1/2
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced just 80 Sandwich Tern, 11 Gannet, 7 Manx Shearwater, 7 Common Scoter and single Arctic Tern and Kittiwake.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 7 Sedge Warbler, 6 Whitethroat and single Grasshopper Warbler and Chiffchaff were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 110 Swift gathered over the island.
Wildfowl and Waders
A female Red-crested Pochard was a surprise and waders included 200 Dunlin, 50 Sanderling, 6 Whimbrel and 2 Grey Plover.
Miscellaneous
The family group of Raven remain and a Mediterranean Gull roosted along the eastern shore.
Butterflies and Moths
Mother of Pearl was the dominant species attracted to the light trap while Shore Wainscot and Cloaked Minor were new for the year.
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced just 80 Sandwich Tern, 11 Gannet, 7 Manx Shearwater, 7 Common Scoter and single Arctic Tern and Kittiwake.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 7 Sedge Warbler, 6 Whitethroat and single Grasshopper Warbler and Chiffchaff were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 110 Swift gathered over the island.
Wildfowl and Waders
A female Red-crested Pochard was a surprise and waders included 200 Dunlin, 50 Sanderling, 6 Whimbrel and 2 Grey Plover.
Miscellaneous
The family group of Raven remain and a Mediterranean Gull roosted along the eastern shore.
Butterflies and Moths
Mother of Pearl was the dominant species attracted to the light trap while Shore Wainscot and Cloaked Minor were new for the year.
Yellow Wagtail
17th July 2025 – overcast/warm and humid SE2/4
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced just 110 Sandwich Tern, 34 Common Scoter, 8 Gannet and 2 Manx Shearwater.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 22 Pied Wagtail, 5 Sedge Warbler, 3 Whitethroat and single Reed Warbler and Lesser Whitethroat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Two Grey Wagtail and single Redpoll and Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 20 Dunlin, 6 Greenshank and the first Snipe of the autumn.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
Migrants in the light trap involved Dark Swordgrass, Rusty Dot Pearl and Diamond-back while Willow Beauty and Fan Foot were new for the year. An Oak Longhorn was the first observatory record
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced just 110 Sandwich Tern, 34 Common Scoter, 8 Gannet and 2 Manx Shearwater.
Grounded Migrants
Totals of 22 Pied Wagtail, 5 Sedge Warbler, 3 Whitethroat and single Reed Warbler and Lesser Whitethroat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Two Grey Wagtail and single Redpoll and Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 20 Dunlin, 6 Greenshank and the first Snipe of the autumn.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
Migrants in the light trap involved Dark Swordgrass, Rusty Dot Pearl and Diamond-back while Willow Beauty and Fan Foot were new for the year. An Oak Longhorn was the first observatory record
Great Spotted Woodpecker
16th July 2025 – warm and sunny NW3/1
Grounded Migrants
Single Great Spotted Woodpecker, Willow Warbler and Whitethroat were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 6 Whimbrel, 4 Greenshank and 2 Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
A family group of Raven were logged.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 165 moths of 31 species. Large Yellow Underwing and White-line Dart were the dominant species while Straw Underwing was new for the year.
Grounded Migrants
Single Great Spotted Woodpecker, Willow Warbler and Whitethroat were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 6 Whimbrel, 4 Greenshank and 2 Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
A family group of Raven were logged.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 165 moths of 31 species. Large Yellow Underwing and White-line Dart were the dominant species while Straw Underwing was new for the year.
Warblers begin to move
14th July 2025 – sun and showers S2/4
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced 170 Common Scoter, 22 Sandwich Tern, 14 Gannet, 3 Teal, 2 Manx Shearwater and a Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
Single Whitethroat, Sedge Warbler and Willow Warbler were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 3 Sanderling and single Whimbrel and Knot.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 189 moths of 52 species. Large Yellow Underwing was the dominant species while Small Rufous and Willow Beauty were new for the year.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced 170 Common Scoter, 22 Sandwich Tern, 14 Gannet, 3 Teal, 2 Manx Shearwater and a Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
Single Whitethroat, Sedge Warbler and Willow Warbler were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 3 Sanderling and single Whimbrel and Knot.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 189 moths of 52 species. Large Yellow Underwing was the dominant species while Small Rufous and Willow Beauty were new for the year.
Hirundines on the move
13th July 2025 – hot with sunny spells E2/4
Offshore
A scan over the sea revealed 60 Sandwich Tern and 8 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A Blackcap was logged.
Diurnal Migration
Totals of 180 Sand Martin, 150 Swallow, 7 Swfit and single Lesser Redpoll and Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Whimbrel was the pick of the waders.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 193 moths of 58 species. Large Yellow Underwing was the dominant species while Lesser Broad-bordered Yellow Underwing, Small Phoenix and Scarce Footman were new for the year.
Offshore
A scan over the sea revealed 60 Sandwich Tern and 8 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A Blackcap was logged.
Diurnal Migration
Totals of 180 Sand Martin, 150 Swallow, 7 Swfit and single Lesser Redpoll and Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Whimbrel was the pick of the waders.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 193 moths of 58 species. Large Yellow Underwing was the dominant species while Lesser Broad-bordered Yellow Underwing, Small Phoenix and Scarce Footman were new for the year.
More Waders
11th July 2025 – hot and sunny/calm
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0800) revealed 150 Sandwich Tern, 55 Manx Shearwater, 43 Common Scoter, 21 Gannet and single Little Tern and Arctic Tern.
Grounded Migrants
A Great Tit was logged.
Diurnal Migration
Two Grey Wagtail and a Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The 2 Pink-footed Geese continue to summer. Waders included 230 Redshank, 30 Dunlin, 9 Greenshank and 2 Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 109 moths of 40 species. Smoky Wainscot was the dominant species while Rosy Minor was new for the year.
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0800) revealed 150 Sandwich Tern, 55 Manx Shearwater, 43 Common Scoter, 21 Gannet and single Little Tern and Arctic Tern.
Grounded Migrants
A Great Tit was logged.
Diurnal Migration
Two Grey Wagtail and a Yellow Wagtail flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The 2 Pink-footed Geese continue to summer. Waders included 230 Redshank, 30 Dunlin, 9 Greenshank and 2 Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 109 moths of 40 species. Smoky Wainscot was the dominant species while Rosy Minor was new for the year.
Hooded Crow remains
10th July 2025 – misty start then warm and humid SW1/2
Offshore
A total of 50 Sandwich Tern and a Gannet were logged.
Grounded Migrants
Another southbound Willow Warbler was logged.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Two Pink-footed Geese continue to summer.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 196 moths of 64 species, the highest nighttime total of the year so far. Large Yellow Underwing remained the dominant species while Dot Moth and Fen Wainscot were new for the year.
Offshore
A total of 50 Sandwich Tern and a Gannet were logged.
Grounded Migrants
Another southbound Willow Warbler was logged.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Two Pink-footed Geese continue to summer.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 196 moths of 64 species, the highest nighttime total of the year so far. Large Yellow Underwing remained the dominant species while Dot Moth and Fen Wainscot were new for the year.
Waders continue to build
9th July 2025 – misty start then warm and humid W1/2
Offshore
A total of 300 Sandwich Tern and 31 Gannet were logged.
Grounded Migrants
Another southbound Willow Warbler was logged along with a Lesser Whitethroat.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 600 Oystercatcher, 180 Redshank, 110 Dunlin, 3 Greenshank, 3 Turnstone and single Common Sandpiper and Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow reappeared after a period of absence.
Offshore
A total of 300 Sandwich Tern and 31 Gannet were logged.
Grounded Migrants
Another southbound Willow Warbler was logged along with a Lesser Whitethroat.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 600 Oystercatcher, 180 Redshank, 110 Dunlin, 3 Greenshank, 3 Turnstone and single Common Sandpiper and Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow reappeared after a period of absence.
Arctic Skua and Puffin
8th July 2025 – sunny spells WNW3/4
Offshore
A check over the sea produced just 84 Common Scoter, 52 Sandwich Tern, 11 Gannet and single Arctic Skua and Puffin.
Grounded Migrants
Another southbound Willow Warbler was logged.
Diurnal Migration
A Grey Wagtail flew through.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 98 moths of 37 species. Highlights involved Diamond-back Moth, Silver Y, Hummingbird Hawkmoth and Magpie Moth. The latter was the first of the year while Large Yellow Underwing was the dominant species.
Offshore
A check over the sea produced just 84 Common Scoter, 52 Sandwich Tern, 11 Gannet and single Arctic Skua and Puffin.
Grounded Migrants
Another southbound Willow Warbler was logged.
Diurnal Migration
A Grey Wagtail flew through.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 98 moths of 37 species. Highlights involved Diamond-back Moth, Silver Y, Hummingbird Hawkmoth and Magpie Moth. The latter was the first of the year while Large Yellow Underwing was the dominant species.
Luke returns
7th July 2025 – light showers clearing NW3/5
Offshore
A check over the sea produced just 20 Gannet, 14 Sandwich Tern, 6 Common Scoter and a Shag.
Grounded Migrants
A Willow Warbler was logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 55 Dunlin, 14 Black-tailed Godwit and the returning white Curlew.
Miscellaneous
Post-breeding finch flocks included 55 Goldfinch.
Offshore
A check over the sea produced just 20 Gannet, 14 Sandwich Tern, 6 Common Scoter and a Shag.
Grounded Migrants
A Willow Warbler was logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 55 Dunlin, 14 Black-tailed Godwit and the returning white Curlew.
Miscellaneous
Post-breeding finch flocks included 55 Goldfinch.
Summering wildfowl
6th July 2025 – early rain clearing NW3/5
Grounded Migrants
Two Blue Tit and 2 Whitethroat were the likely product of post-breeding dispersal.
Wildfowl and Waders
The summering light-bellied Brent Goose and Wigeon remain along with 2 Pink-footed Geese while waders included 1000 Oystercatcher, 4 Black-tailed Godwit, 4 Common Sandpiper and a Whimbrel.
Breeding Birds
The juvenile Red-breasted Merganser continues to beat the odds.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 118 moths of 49 species. Migrants involved a Rusty Dot Pearl, Dark Sword Grass and Silver Y while other highlights Least Yellow Underwing, Wormwood Pug and Box Tree Moth – the latter the first island record.
Grounded Migrants
Two Blue Tit and 2 Whitethroat were the likely product of post-breeding dispersal.
Wildfowl and Waders
The summering light-bellied Brent Goose and Wigeon remain along with 2 Pink-footed Geese while waders included 1000 Oystercatcher, 4 Black-tailed Godwit, 4 Common Sandpiper and a Whimbrel.
Breeding Birds
The juvenile Red-breasted Merganser continues to beat the odds.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 118 moths of 49 species. Migrants involved a Rusty Dot Pearl, Dark Sword Grass and Silver Y while other highlights Least Yellow Underwing, Wormwood Pug and Box Tree Moth – the latter the first island record.
Storm Petrel
5th July 2025 – overcast/light showers WSW3/5
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0900) revealed the first Storm Petrel of the season along with 100 Sandwich Tern, 74 Gannet, 41 Common Scoter, 9 Manx Shearwater, 2 Arctic Skua and single Red-throated Diver and Mediterranean Gull.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 2 Common Sandpiper and single Whimbrel and Wood Sandpiper.
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0900) revealed the first Storm Petrel of the season along with 100 Sandwich Tern, 74 Gannet, 41 Common Scoter, 9 Manx Shearwater, 2 Arctic Skua and single Red-throated Diver and Mediterranean Gull.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 2 Common Sandpiper and single Whimbrel and Wood Sandpiper.
Wood Sandpiper remains
4th July 2025 – sunny spells/rain later SW3/6
Offshore
A check over the sea revealed just 12 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Further signs of autumn involved another Wheatear.
Wildfowl and Waders
Additional waders included 3 Common Sandpiper and single Whimbrel and Wood Sandpiper.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap held 36 moths of 20 species with Garden Tiger new for the year.
Offshore
A check over the sea revealed just 12 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Further signs of autumn involved another Wheatear.
Wildfowl and Waders
Additional waders included 3 Common Sandpiper and single Whimbrel and Wood Sandpiper.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap held 36 moths of 20 species with Garden Tiger new for the year.
Wood Sandpiper
3rd July 2025 – sunny spells W2/3
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0800) produced 130 Sandwich Tern, 90 Common Scoter, 19 Gannet, 14 Common Scoter, 2 Guillemot and a Kittiwake.
Grounded Migrants
Further signs of autumn involved another Chiffchaff.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 6 Common Sandpiper, 5 Greenshank, 2 Black-tailed Godwit and single Whimbrel and Wood Sandpiper.
Breeding Birds
Several small Eider creches are now visible.
Butterflies and Moths
Another Painted Lady was logged.
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0800) produced 130 Sandwich Tern, 90 Common Scoter, 19 Gannet, 14 Common Scoter, 2 Guillemot and a Kittiwake.
Grounded Migrants
Further signs of autumn involved another Chiffchaff.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 6 Common Sandpiper, 5 Greenshank, 2 Black-tailed Godwit and single Whimbrel and Wood Sandpiper.
Breeding Birds
Several small Eider creches are now visible.
Butterflies and Moths
Another Painted Lady was logged.
More autumn hints
2nd July 2025 – sunny spells WNW3/5
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed just 10 Common Scoter, 4 Gannet and a Razorbill.
Grounded Migrants
Single Willow Warbler and Chiffchaff were new in.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Common Sandpiper was logged.
Butterflies and Moths
A Painted Lady was logged and the light trap provided 103 moths of 57 species. Migrants involved a Rusty Dot Pearl and Silver Y while other highlights included Scalloped Oak, Dingy Footman, Dun-bar, Pinion-streaked Snout, Bordered Beauty, Plain Golden Y and Hummingbird Hawkmoth - all new for the year.
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed just 10 Common Scoter, 4 Gannet and a Razorbill.
Grounded Migrants
Single Willow Warbler and Chiffchaff were new in.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Common Sandpiper was logged.
Butterflies and Moths
A Painted Lady was logged and the light trap provided 103 moths of 57 species. Migrants involved a Rusty Dot Pearl and Silver Y while other highlights included Scalloped Oak, Dingy Footman, Dun-bar, Pinion-streaked Snout, Bordered Beauty, Plain Golden Y and Hummingbird Hawkmoth - all new for the year.
Further hints that autumn has begun
30th June 2025 – sunny spells V1/2
Grounded Migrants
A Blackcap was new in.
Wildfowl and Waders
Two Pink-footed Goose were seen while waders included 18 Black-tailed Godwit, 5 Greenshank and a Common Sandpiper amongst 50 Redshank.
Grounded Migrants
A Blackcap was new in.
Wildfowl and Waders
Two Pink-footed Goose were seen while waders included 18 Black-tailed Godwit, 5 Greenshank and a Common Sandpiper amongst 50 Redshank.
Hints that autumn has begun
29th June 2025 – sunny spells V1/2
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced just 12 Gannet and 10 Sandwich Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Singles of Cuckoo, Whinchat and Grey Wagtail suggest southbound movement has begun.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Wigeon remains along with single Brent Goose and Pink-footed Goose. Waders included 2 Greenshank and a Black-tailed Godwit amongst 22 Redshank.
Offshore
A scan over the sea produced just 12 Gannet and 10 Sandwich Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Singles of Cuckoo, Whinchat and Grey Wagtail suggest southbound movement has begun.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Wigeon remains along with single Brent Goose and Pink-footed Goose. Waders included 2 Greenshank and a Black-tailed Godwit amongst 22 Redshank.
Waders continue to return
25th June 2025 – overcast/early drizzle SW2/4
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced 745 Common Scoter, 130 Sandwich Tern, 34 Gannet, 11 Manx Shearwater and single Shag and Kittiwake.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Wigeon remains and waders included 1610 Oystercatcher, 245 Curlew, 45 Sanderling, 8 Knot, 6 Redshank and single Whimbrel, Greenshank and Common Sandpiper.
Mammals
A Harbour Porpoise was offshore early morning.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided just 45 moths of 28 species. Migrants involved a Dark Sword Grass while highlights included Turnip and Triple-spotted Clay and Amber Mompha – the latter would appear to be the first island record.
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced 745 Common Scoter, 130 Sandwich Tern, 34 Gannet, 11 Manx Shearwater and single Shag and Kittiwake.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Wigeon remains and waders included 1610 Oystercatcher, 245 Curlew, 45 Sanderling, 8 Knot, 6 Redshank and single Whimbrel, Greenshank and Common Sandpiper.
Mammals
A Harbour Porpoise was offshore early morning.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided just 45 moths of 28 species. Migrants involved a Dark Sword Grass while highlights included Turnip and Triple-spotted Clay and Amber Mompha – the latter would appear to be the first island record.
A seawatching day
23rd June 2025 – sunny spells/rain later W4/7
Offshore
An extended check over the sea (0645-0945) produced 680 Manx Shearwater, 335 Sandwich Tern, 153 Gannet, 95 Common Scoter, 33 Kittiwake, 7 Fulmar and 4 Guillemot.
Breeding Birds
A census of AON revealed 82 Herring Gull and 16 Lesser Black-backed Gull amongst the chimney pots on the centre of the island.
Offshore
An extended check over the sea (0645-0945) produced 680 Manx Shearwater, 335 Sandwich Tern, 153 Gannet, 95 Common Scoter, 33 Kittiwake, 7 Fulmar and 4 Guillemot.
Breeding Birds
A census of AON revealed 82 Herring Gull and 16 Lesser Black-backed Gull amongst the chimney pots on the centre of the island.
Moths provide the highlight
22nd June 2025 – overcast SW4/6 thundery showers
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0900) produced 910 Sandwich Tern, 190 Common Scoter, 90 Manx Shearwater, 92 Gannet, 15 Guillemot, 6 Kittiwake and an Arctic Skua.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 30 Curlew.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 58 moths of 32 species. Migrants involved 5 Diamond-back Moths while Riband Wave was the dominant species while highlights included Short-cloaked Moth, Old Lady and Small Yellow Wave – the latter would appear to be only the second island record.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0900) produced 910 Sandwich Tern, 190 Common Scoter, 90 Manx Shearwater, 92 Gannet, 15 Guillemot, 6 Kittiwake and an Arctic Skua.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 30 Curlew.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap provided 58 moths of 32 species. Migrants involved 5 Diamond-back Moths while Riband Wave was the dominant species while highlights included Short-cloaked Moth, Old Lady and Small Yellow Wave – the latter would appear to be only the second island record.
More Mediterranean Gulls
21st June 2025 – hot and sunny ESE3/4 then showers
Offshore
A check over the sea (0630-0730) produced 380 Sandwich Tern, 54 Common Scoter, 25 Manx Shearwater, 15 Gannet, 3 Mediterranean Gull, 2 Guillemot and 2 Arctic Tern.
Grounded Migrants
The first Wheatear of the autumn was logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 5 Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon remains and 2 Whimbrel were logged.
Breeding Birds
Several recently fledged Reed Warbler have emerged and Red-breasted Merganser have bred for the first time since 1992.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow continues its residency.
Mammals
Six Bottle-nosed Dolphin were offshore.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Painted Lady of the year was amongst a further influx of Red Admiral.
Offshore
A check over the sea (0630-0730) produced 380 Sandwich Tern, 54 Common Scoter, 25 Manx Shearwater, 15 Gannet, 3 Mediterranean Gull, 2 Guillemot and 2 Arctic Tern.
Grounded Migrants
The first Wheatear of the autumn was logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 5 Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon remains and 2 Whimbrel were logged.
Breeding Birds
Several recently fledged Reed Warbler have emerged and Red-breasted Merganser have bred for the first time since 1992.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow continues its residency.
Mammals
Six Bottle-nosed Dolphin were offshore.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Painted Lady of the year was amongst a further influx of Red Admiral.
Swifts on the move and waders begin to return
20th June 2025 – hot and sunny ESE2/4
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced 260 Sandwich Tern, 155 Common Scoter, 48 Manx Shearwater, 21 Gannet, 3 Puffin and an Arctic Tern.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon remains and single Whimbrel and Greenshank were the pick of the waders.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 11 Swift flew through.
Miscellaneous
Post-breeding flocks included 40 Lapwing and 100 Linnet.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced 260 Sandwich Tern, 155 Common Scoter, 48 Manx Shearwater, 21 Gannet, 3 Puffin and an Arctic Tern.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon remains and single Whimbrel and Greenshank were the pick of the waders.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 11 Swift flew through.
Miscellaneous
Post-breeding flocks included 40 Lapwing and 100 Linnet.
Mediterranean Gulls
19th June 2025 – hot and sunny E1/2
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0800) produced 145 Common Scoter, 102 Sandwich Tern, 30 Gannet, 5 Manx Shearwater, 4 Guillemot, 2 adult Mediterranean Gulls and a dark morph Arctic Skua.
Grounded Migrants
Four Stonechat and a Robin were the likely product of post-breeding dispersal.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon remains and 5 Shoveler were seen.
Dragonflies
Sightings included 39 Black-tailed Skimmer and 10 Emperor Dragonfly.
Offshore
A check over the sea (0700-0800) produced 145 Common Scoter, 102 Sandwich Tern, 30 Gannet, 5 Manx Shearwater, 4 Guillemot, 2 adult Mediterranean Gulls and a dark morph Arctic Skua.
Grounded Migrants
Four Stonechat and a Robin were the likely product of post-breeding dispersal.
Diurnal Migration
A Swift flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon remains and 5 Shoveler were seen.
Dragonflies
Sightings included 39 Black-tailed Skimmer and 10 Emperor Dragonfly.
100th Puffin of the season
18th June 2025 – bright and sunny WNW1/2
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) provided 170 Sandwich Tern, 120 Common Scoter, 25 Manx Shearwater, 7 Gannet, 2 Puffin, 2 Red-breasted Merganser and 2 Arctic Skua.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon reappeared.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Plants
A few Bee Orchid are now in bloom.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) provided 170 Sandwich Tern, 120 Common Scoter, 25 Manx Shearwater, 7 Gannet, 2 Puffin, 2 Red-breasted Merganser and 2 Arctic Skua.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Wigeon reappeared.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Plants
A few Bee Orchid are now in bloom.
Seawatching before the rain
17th June 2025 – overcast/rain soon
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0900) produced 93 Manx Sheerwater, 80 Sandwich Tern, 74 Common Scoter, 49 Gannet, 8 Guillemot, 3 Arctic Skua, 2 Razorbill, 2 Puffin and a Kittiwake.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 106 moths of 45 species with Dark Arches the dominant species and White Satin, Drinker, Common Emerald and Single-dotted Wave were new for the year.
Miscellaneous
Post-breeding flocks of Starling have now developed.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0900) produced 93 Manx Sheerwater, 80 Sandwich Tern, 74 Common Scoter, 49 Gannet, 8 Guillemot, 3 Arctic Skua, 2 Razorbill, 2 Puffin and a Kittiwake.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 106 moths of 45 species with Dark Arches the dominant species and White Satin, Drinker, Common Emerald and Single-dotted Wave were new for the year.
Miscellaneous
Post-breeding flocks of Starling have now developed.
Puffin and dolphins
16th June 2025 – bright and sunny SW1/3
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced 220 Common Scoter, 130 Sandwich Tern, 84 Manx Shearwater, 26 Gannet, 7 Guillemot and a Puffin.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Garganey and 2 Teal remain. The first Redshank have returned although a Whimbrel was the pick of the waders.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and 2 Raven were the best of the rest.
Mammals
A pod of 8 Bottle-nosed Dolphin was offshore.
Dragonflies
The first Emperor Dragonflies of the year were logged.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Meadow Brown and Ringlet are now on the wing.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) produced 220 Common Scoter, 130 Sandwich Tern, 84 Manx Shearwater, 26 Gannet, 7 Guillemot and a Puffin.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Garganey and 2 Teal remain. The first Redshank have returned although a Whimbrel was the pick of the waders.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and 2 Raven were the best of the rest.
Mammals
A pod of 8 Bottle-nosed Dolphin was offshore.
Dragonflies
The first Emperor Dragonflies of the year were logged.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Meadow Brown and Ringlet are now on the wing.
Garganey and Hooded Crow
15th June 2025 – sunny spells WSW3/4
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0730-0830) provided 165 Manx Shearwater, 50 Sandwich Tern, 40 Gannet, 38 Common Scoter, 10 Arctic Tern and a Shag.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Garganey and Teal remain.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and a Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Insects
A Leaf-cutter Bee was tentatively identified as Megachile willughbiella.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0730-0830) provided 165 Manx Shearwater, 50 Sandwich Tern, 40 Gannet, 38 Common Scoter, 10 Arctic Tern and a Shag.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Garganey and Teal remain.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and a Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Insects
A Leaf-cutter Bee was tentatively identified as Megachile willughbiella.
First Teal return
13th June 2025 – sunny spells S4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) produced 355 Common Scoter, 39 Sandwich Tern, 32 Manx Shearwater, 27 Canada Goose and 2 Gannet.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Garganey reappeared and the first 2 Teal have returned while the light-bellied Brent Goose continues to linger.
Butterflies and Moths
Another small influx of Red Admiral was noted and the light trap held 106 moths of 38 species – with Flame Shoulder the dominant species while Mottled Beauty and Snout were new for the year.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) produced 355 Common Scoter, 39 Sandwich Tern, 32 Manx Shearwater, 27 Canada Goose and 2 Gannet.
Wildfowl and Waders
The drake Garganey reappeared and the first 2 Teal have returned while the light-bellied Brent Goose continues to linger.
Butterflies and Moths
Another small influx of Red Admiral was noted and the light trap held 106 moths of 38 species – with Flame Shoulder the dominant species while Mottled Beauty and Snout were new for the year.
Mediterranean Gull and Puffins
12th June 2025 – hazy sun E4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0615-0815) provided 280 Sandwich Tern, 212 Common Scoter, 60 Manx Shearwater, 41 Gannet, 13 Canada Goose, 5 Greylag Goose, 2 Puffin and a Mediterranean Gull.
Wildfowl and Waders
The light-bellied Brent Goose remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A small influx of Red Admiral was noted.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0615-0815) provided 280 Sandwich Tern, 212 Common Scoter, 60 Manx Shearwater, 41 Gannet, 13 Canada Goose, 5 Greylag Goose, 2 Puffin and a Mediterranean Gull.
Wildfowl and Waders
The light-bellied Brent Goose remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A small influx of Red Admiral was noted.
Common Cranes
11th June 2025 – bright and sunny ESE2/3
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) produced 340 Common Scoter, 59 Sandwich Tern, 32 Manx Shearwater, 14 Canada Goose, 6 Greylag Goose and single Puffin and Shag.
Wildfowl and Waders
The light-bellied Brent Goose continues to linger.
Miscellaneous
A flight of 4 Common Cranes dropped in briefly late morning.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) produced 340 Common Scoter, 59 Sandwich Tern, 32 Manx Shearwater, 14 Canada Goose, 6 Greylag Goose and single Puffin and Shag.
Wildfowl and Waders
The light-bellied Brent Goose continues to linger.
Miscellaneous
A flight of 4 Common Cranes dropped in briefly late morning.
Garganey remains
10th June 2025 – sunny spells WNW4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) provided 14 Sandwich Tern, 5 Common Scoter, 3 Razorbill, 2 Arctic Tern and single Puffin and Shag. In addition, a flock of 1000+ Common Scoter were still over the mouth of the bay.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Garganey remains.
Dragonflies
The Broad-bodied Chaser remains.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) provided 14 Sandwich Tern, 5 Common Scoter, 3 Razorbill, 2 Arctic Tern and single Puffin and Shag. In addition, a flock of 1000+ Common Scoter were still over the mouth of the bay.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Garganey remains.
Dragonflies
The Broad-bodied Chaser remains.
A sad day
9th June 2025 – overcast/rain later WSW3/4
Wildfowl and Waders
A drake Garganey was the first of the year while lingering waders and wildfowl included 3 Whimbrel and a light-bellied Brent Goose.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 128 moths of 25 species – with Large Yellow Underwing the dominant species while Obscure Wainscot was new for the year.
Obituary
It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of Keith Parkes. A long-standing member of the observatory and Secretary since the 1960’s Keith was also a part time Treasurer and a member of the ringing team, his commitment to the observatory will be truly missed.
Wildfowl and Waders
A drake Garganey was the first of the year while lingering waders and wildfowl included 3 Whimbrel and a light-bellied Brent Goose.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 128 moths of 25 species – with Large Yellow Underwing the dominant species while Obscure Wainscot was new for the year.
Obituary
It is with great sadness that we learn of the passing of Keith Parkes. A long-standing member of the observatory and Secretary since the 1960’s Keith was also a part time Treasurer and a member of the ringing team, his commitment to the observatory will be truly missed.
Wood Sandpiper
8th June 2025 – overcast/showers W3/5
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) revealed 56 Common Scoter, 37 Sandwich Tern, 17 Guillemot, 16 Gannet, 5 Manx Shearwater, 2 Kittiwake and an Arctic Skua.
Wildfowl and Waders
A flock of 170 Sanderling were seen along with the first Wood Sandpiper of the year.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow is still in residence.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) revealed 56 Common Scoter, 37 Sandwich Tern, 17 Guillemot, 16 Gannet, 5 Manx Shearwater, 2 Kittiwake and an Arctic Skua.
Wildfowl and Waders
A flock of 170 Sanderling were seen along with the first Wood Sandpiper of the year.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow is still in residence.
Seabirds yet again!
7th June 2025 – overcast/rain soon W2/3
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced 63 Common Scoter, 30 Gannet, 30 Sandwich Tern, 5 Arctic Tern, 5 Arctic Skua, 4 Manx Shearwater, 2 Shag and a Kittiwake.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 174 moths of 40 species – with Large Yellow Underwing the dominant species while Clay, Barred Straw and Satin Wave were new for the year.
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced 63 Common Scoter, 30 Gannet, 30 Sandwich Tern, 5 Arctic Tern, 5 Arctic Skua, 4 Manx Shearwater, 2 Shag and a Kittiwake.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 174 moths of 40 species – with Large Yellow Underwing the dominant species while Clay, Barred Straw and Satin Wave were new for the year.
Spotted Flycatcher
6th June 2025 – early rain then sunny spells W2/3
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced 53 Sandwich Tern, 36 Gannet, 29 Common Scoter, 5 Manx Shearwater and a Puffin.
Diurnal Migration
A Spotted Flycatcher was new.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 174 moths of 40 species – with Large Yellow Underwing the dominant species while Clay, Barred Straw and Satin Wave were new for the year.
Offshore
Observations over the sea produced 53 Sandwich Tern, 36 Gannet, 29 Common Scoter, 5 Manx Shearwater and a Puffin.
Diurnal Migration
A Spotted Flycatcher was new.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held 174 moths of 40 species – with Large Yellow Underwing the dominant species while Clay, Barred Straw and Satin Wave were new for the year.
Seabirds again
5th June 2025 – overcast/rain soon SW1/3
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0515-0715) revealed 145 Sandwich Tern, 81 Common Scoter, 22 Gannet, 6 Manx Shearwater, 5 Guillemot, 2 Razorbill and single Common Tern and Shag.
Wildfowl and Waders
A flock of 120 Sanderling were seen.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow is still in residence.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0515-0715) revealed 145 Sandwich Tern, 81 Common Scoter, 22 Gannet, 6 Manx Shearwater, 5 Guillemot, 2 Razorbill and single Common Tern and Shag.
Wildfowl and Waders
A flock of 120 Sanderling were seen.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow is still in residence.
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