9th October 2020 – sun and showers W4/5/6
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.
Rarities
The Cetti's Warbler continues to call occasionally from the scrape.
Offshore
Early morning observations (0730-0830) revealed 175 Common Scoter, 71 Gannet, 48 Razorbill, 28 Kittiwake, 3 Red-throated Diver, 3 Sandwich Tern and a Little Tern.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 11 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow continues to linger and 2 Raven were the best of the rest.
