25th October 2018 – overcast/drizzle at times WNW3/4
Offshore
Early morning observations on the rising tide (0800-0900) were led by two Goosanders. Also seen were 76 Razorbill, 56 Common Scoter, 3 Gannet, 3 Kittiwake and 3 Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Grounded birds involved 3 Goldcrest and the long-staying Chiffchaff.
Diurnal Migration
A few birds were on the move including 21 Whooper Swan, 5 Siskin, 3 Reed Bunting and a Mistle Thrush.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 40 pale-bellied birds and waders included 3000 Oystercatcher and 3 Black-tailed Godwit
Miscellaneous
A small group of 11 Twite and single Merlin and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
