17th October 2014 – sunny spells SSE3/4
Rarities
Walney’s and Cumbria’s third Cetti’s Warbler remains in the central marsh at South Walney although it remains elusive. South Walney Nature Reserve opens at 1000hrs, follow all on site instructions. The male Bearded Tit also continues to linger, though mobile.
Offshore
Observations (0745-0845) produced 41 Common Scoter, 37 Gannet, 14 Razorbill, 4 Shag and a Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 25 Redwing, 10 Blackbird and 4 Song Thrush. Otherwise there were 3 Goldcrest and a Wheatear.
Diurnal Migration
Limited to 35 Linnet, 11 Meadow Pipit, 10 Chaffinch, 5 Pied/White Wagtail, 2 Grey Wagtail and a Mistle Thrush.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 51 pale-bellied and 47 dark-bellied birds.
Miscellaneous
Additional sightings included 3 Water Rail, Merlin and 50 Little Egret.
