Pomarine Skua

25th October 2014 – overcast SW5/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (1015-1115) were led by a Pomarine Skua and Arctic Skua along with 29 Razorbill, 24 Kittiwake, 18 Common Scoter, 3 Guillemot, 2 Gannet and a Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
A few Goldcrest provided the only evidence of movement.
Diurnal Migration
Two Grey Wagtail moved through.
Wildfowl and Waders
The female Long-tailed Duck remains, the Brent Goose flock held 69 pale-bellied and 11 dark-bellied birds and waders included 10 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
Additional sightings included 14 Rock Pipit and a Merlin.