Marsh Harrier flies through

6th May 2016 – sunny spells V1/2
Grounded Migrants
The first Spotted Flycatcher of the year appeared along with 4 Whitethroat, 3 Blackcap, 2 Wheatear, 2 Willow Warbler and single Stonechat and Chiffchaff.
Diurnal Migration
A female Marsh Harrier headed southeast over the island at 1300hrs.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 2000 Dunlin and 50 Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
At least 3 Little Egret continue to linger and a Little Owl was logged