Black Brant reappears

24th February 2018 – bright and sunny/cold SE3/4
Rarities
The adult Black Brant was in Walney Channel, just south of Jubilee Bridge at low tide, with 74 pale and a single dark-bellied Brent Goose.
Offshore
Early morning observations (0800-0900) provided just 21 Common Scoter and 2 Red-throated Diver.
Miscellaneous
Less frequently recorded species included 6 Long-tailed Tit and 3 Jay while an overwintering Goldcrest was also logged.