Record numbers of Brent Geese

5th December 2008 - overcast N2/3
Diurnal Migration
A group of 5 Mistle Thrush flew through and were suggestive of some cold weather movement.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock continues to increase and contained 160 birds - 117 pale bellied and 43 dark-bellied.
Miscellaneous
At least 4 Short-eared Owl continue to hunt the island and a Water Rail was seen.