Third wave of Sandwich Tern

21st April 2022 – sunny spells E3/4
Offshore
Early morning observations over the sea (0615-0815) produced a further influx of Sandwich Tern with 340 birds logged. Also seen were 70 Common Scoter, 11 Gannet, 11 Red-throated Diver, 10 Manx Shearwater, 8 Kittiwake, 6 Razorbill and 4 Guillemot.
Diurnal Migration
An Osprey flew north in the evening, otherwise limited to a trickle of Swallow and Sand Martin.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 5 Whimbrel and a Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow is still present.
Breeding Birds
Stonechats are now ensconced in territories.