Kitiwakes on the move

4th March 2009 - snow showers SW2/1
Offshore
Morning observations (0830-0930) provided more reward than of late with 71 Kittiwake in four high-flying groups heading into the bay along with 8 Razorbill, 7 Red-breasted Merganser, 7 Red-throated Diver, 4 Shag and a Common Scoter.
Wildfowl and Waders
Brent Geese involved 45 dark-bellied and 40 pale-bellied birds. Also seen were 4 Shoveler, 3 Scaup, 2 Black-tailed Godwit and 2 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
The flock of 80 Twite put in an appearance and 3 Little Egret and a Little Owl were seen.
Mammals
Two "Mad March Hares" were boxing for much of the morning.