30th August 2021 – overcast NE1/2
Offshore
An early morning check over the sea (0800-0900) produced 120 Common Scoter, 22 Gannet, 3 Shag and single Fulmar and Arctic Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Newly grounded birds were limited to single Goldcrest and Garden Warbler.
Diurnal Migration
Just 26 Tree Sparrow, 20 Swallow and a Grey Wagtail were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 10 Greenshank, 3 Black-tailed Godwit and single Curlew Sandpiper and Ruff.
Mammals
An Otter put in an appearance.
Butterflies and Moths
A total of 29 moths of 17 species were attracted overnight with Frosted Orange and Square-spot Rustic new for the year.
