Long-tailed Duck continues to linger

10th April 2014 – overcast SW3
Offshore
Observations on the rising tide (0645-0715) produced 84 Common Scoter, 26 Sandwich Tern, 14 Gannet, 5 Fulmar, 4 Kittiwake, 3 Red-throated Diver and 2 Red-breasted Merganser.
Diurnal Migration
A few Sand Martin moved through.
Grounded Migrants
A handful of Willow Warbler and 6 White Wagtail were logged, otherwise disappointing with a complete lack of Wheatear.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Long-tailed Duck continues in residence.
Miscellaneous
A Little Egret was the best of the rest.