Great Northern Diver lingers

12th December 2014 – sunny spells W5/6
Offshore
The Great Northern Diver remains along the eastern shore.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Barnacle Goose flock has increased to 42 birds and 18 pale-bellied Brent Geese were logged while the 2 Long-tailed Duck remain in residence.
Miscellaneous
At least 51 Little Egret gathered in a pre roost flock and 2 Peregrine were logged.
Ringing
The Barnacle Goose flock now holds 7 colour-ringed birds – details of which are awaited.