8th September 2020 – overcast, mist/drizzle at times SW2/3
Notice
Please note that South Walney Nature Reserve is now open though the hides, visitor centre and toilets remain closed to comply with social distancing measures.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0730-0830) were dominated by another strong southbound passage of Common Scoter with 1190 birds logged. Otherwise it was fairly quiet with just 22 Gannet, 3 Kittiwake and 3 Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
Again a few birds were in evidence with 3 Chiffchaff, 2 Sedge Warbler and 2 Wheatear logged.
Diurnal Migration
Two Siskin and a Grey Wagtail were the only evidence of movement.
Wildfowl and Waders
A juvenile Curlew Sandpiper was the pick of the waders.
