Velvet Scoter leads offshore sightings

5th November 2007 - overcast/rain at times W5/6
Offshore
Early morning observations (0745-0845) were led by a female Velvet Scoter with a supporting cast of 200 Razorbill, 40 Common Scoter, 13 Kittiwake, 6 Red-throated Diver, 3 Goldeneye, 2 Gannet and a Guillemot. At least 4 Shag remain.
Grounded Migrants
Although the Black Redstart remained the only other evidence of grounded migrants in the unfavourable conditions involved 3 Blackbird, 2 Song Thrush and a Redwing.
Miscellaneous
At least 4 Little Egret remain