21st October 2020 – overcast/rain/mist/murk SSE2/3
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.
Rarities
The high tide pushed a total of 21 Rock Pipit from the island's salt-marshes, amongst which was a single Water Pipit.
Grounded Migrants
Limited to 2 Blackcap and single Redwing and Fieldfare
Diurnal Migration
Another paltry showing involving 3 Siskin and 2 Swallow.
Wildfowl and Waders
Wildfowl included 53 Pintail and 15 Greenshank were the pick of the waders.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow continues to linger and a single Water Rail was the best of the rest.
