7th May 2021 – sunny spells WNW2/3
Notice
Please note that South Walney Nature Reserve is open though the hides and visitor centre remain closed to comply with social distancing measures, please remember the rule of six.
Offshore
Early morning observations on the rising tide (0600-0800) provided 300 Guillemot, 170 Gannet, 136 Sandwich Tern, 70 Common Scoter, 46 Kittiwake, 27 Razorbill, 5 Red-throated Diver, 5 Manx Shearwater, 4 Puffin, 2 Little Tern and a Tufted Duck.
Grounded Migrants
Two Whinchat were amongst 54 Wheatear.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included: 58 Whimbrel, 21 Golden Plover, 3 Greenshank and a Common Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow is still in residence.
